AFAD to honor PNP, AFP heroes in Marawi siege

MANILA, Philippines - The Association of Firearms and Ammunition Dealers of the Philippines (AFAD) will honor members of the Philippine National Police and the Armed Forces of the Philippines for their bravery and dedication in the Marawi siege in Mindanao.

AFAD president and world shooting champion Jethro Dionisio said that aside from financial assistance coming from their ranks, AFAD will also be accepting care packages and donations at the 25th Defense & Sporting Arms Show (DSAS) set July 13-17 at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City for the so-called “modern day heroes.”

“We honor our soldiers and policemen in Marawi for their patriotism, courage and sacrifice,” AFAD said in a statement. “Let’s show our appreciation for our soldiers and policemen in Marawi.”

Being a long-time partner of the PNP in promoting responsible gun ownership, AFAD, now on its 28th year, has honored a number of men in uniform who have rendered exemplary service to their fellow countrymen in the past years.

AFAD will set up a special booth for the PNP and AFP, which will be in charge of accepting donations for policemen and soldiers defending Marawi City.

Dionisio expressed belief the country’s responsible firearms owners who will visit the DSAS will heed to the call for support and assistance for the heroes of Marawi City since they share with the government forces a common goal of promoting peace and order in their respective community.