MANILA: The funeral of Philippine police officer Nelson G. Santiago, who lost his life in a rescue operation for two abducted Chinese nationals, was held Saturday (Aug 10) at Teresa town in Rizal province, east of Manila.
On Saturday, the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines sent representatives to Santiago's home to offer condolences.
The Philippine National Police Anti-Kidnapping Group successfully rescued two kidnapped Chinese nationals on Aug 3.
During the operation, Santiago was killed while another police officer was seriously wounded.
The rescued Chinese are now in good condition.
Earlier this week, the Chinese embassy also sent representatives to the hospital to visit the injured police officer.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Chinese embassy expressed its deep condolences and high respect to Santiago, extended its sincere sympathies to Santiago's family and the injured police officer, and expressed heartfelt thanks to the Philippine National Police for their successful rescue of the Chinese nationals. - Xinhua
