ZAMBOANGA CITY: A former marine-turned-boat operator kidnapped by gunmen at sea off Pangutaran Island near the southern Filipino province of Sulu was released unharmed late on Sunday, officials said on Monday.

Sulu Governor Totoh Tan has also confirmed the release of Renato Fernandez. “Kidnap victim, who is a retired marine, was released through the joint efforts of the military and police authorities,” he said.

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