By Liza Jocson
CORPORAL Efren Lagmay of the 45th Infantry ‘Gallant’ Battalion receives full military honors during his interment in Sulu. (45th IDivision)
ZAMBOANGA CITY – A member of the 11th Infantry “Alakdan” Division killed in ambush in Basilan last week was accorded full military honors in his hometown of Sulu on Sunday, Oct. 11.
Corporal Efren M. Lagmay of the 45th Infantry “Gallant” Battalion was honored when his remains arrived at the Jolo Airport in Jolo, Sulu on Sunday, Oct. 11.
A three-volley rifle salute was rendered during his burial ceremony as a final military tribute to his courage, dedication, and faithful service to the nation, the 11th Infantry Division said.
Lt. Col. Genesis Gabrido, commanding general of the 41st Infantry Battalion, paid his respects to the fallen soldier who was laid to rest in Sitio Gapus, Barangay Panabuan, Indanan.
Lagmay was the lone fatality in the ambush against the 45th Infantry Battalion on Thursday, Oct. 8.
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