The Philippine military captured a former army general in connection with the disappearance of two student activists in 2006, reports the New York Times.
The former general, Jovito Palparan, was arrested in Manila on Tuesday, after being one of the Philippines most wanted fugitives for over 3 years.
The general was indicted in December 2011 in connection with the disappearances of Sherlyn Cadapan and Karen Empeno, who were active in political organisations.
“This is a major accomplishment. He must now face his accusers,” said the Justice Secretary Leila de Lima.
The former general, Jovito Palparan, was arrested in Manila on Tuesday, after being one of the Philippines most wanted fugitives for over 3 years.
The general was indicted in December 2011 in connection with the disappearances of Sherlyn Cadapan and Karen Empeno, who were active in political organisations.
“This is a major accomplishment. He must now face his accusers,” said the Justice Secretary Leila de Lima.