Police in California over the weekend placed black tape over their badges in tribute to the 44 Special Action Force police personnel who perished in a clash in Mamasapano, Maguindanao last Jan. 25.
This was their way of showing sympathy with the families of the deceased, radio dzBB’s Manny Vargas reported.
Also on Friday, the US Embassy in Manila offered its condolences to the loved ones of the 44.
In a statement, the embassy expressed its “heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues” of the slain SAF policemen.
“The SAF units fought with bravery and demonstrated their commitment to ensuring peace and order in their country,” it said.
Also, the embassy said the US reiterates its support for the Philippine government’s efforts to fight international terrorism while promoting a “just and lasting peaceful resolution” to the Mindanao conflict.
