Misuari turns over Abu Sayyaf leader Susukan to police in Davao City

ABU SAYYAF leader Anduljihad “Edang” Susukan was handed over by Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) founding Chairman Nur Misuari to police in Davao City, the Philippine National Police (PNP) confirmed on Friday.

According to the PNP, the suspect was arrested at the residence of Misuari at Yñigue Subdivision Maa on Thursday evening.

PNP Chief Gen. Archie Francisco Gamboa said police officers initiated the negotiation after finding out that Susukan was brought to Davao City for medical treatment.

Susukan was served warrants of arrest for 23 cases of murder, five for kidnapping and serious illegal detention, and six for frustrated murder.

Susukan is wanted not just in the Philippines but also in Malaysia.

Source: TheManila Times