So-called CDF terrorists attacked the Township Police Commander's Office with a force in the Thantlang Township, Chin State

So-called CDF terrorists attacked the Township Police Commander's Office with a force in the Thantlang Township, Chin State

Thantlang Township has experienced frequent shootings by the so-called CNF and CDF terrorist groups, leading to terrorist acts such as arson attacks. As a result, some residents have temporarily fled the town. On the night of 8 February, the CDF terrorists attacked the Township Police Commander's Office and the security camp located in the southern part of the town. Fortunately, the remaining residents and the housing structures where the temporarily displaced were sheltered were protected from damage. The terrorists used heavy weapons and small arms, and the attack lasted until the morning of February 9th.

The police personnel at the township police headquarters fought back fiercely, but the terrorist group's superior force overwhelmed them. As police personnel sustained injuries, around 02:00 AM on 9 February, they received air and artillery support and retreated in an orderly manner to join the security camp located in the southern part of the town. The police were able to successfully regroup and relocate to the secure location.

During the attack, several Myanmar police personnel were killed or injured, and some small arms were lost and in need of repair.In response to the situation, military reinforcements arrived in Thantlang on the evening of 9 February, and efforts are underway to recapture the township police station and secure the town. According to reports, preparations are being made for a counter-terrorism operation in Thantlang, which includes recapturing the police station and restoring safety and order to the town.