ZCN 3/17/2421: Zaphira Betrayed! Defectors Join Forces With Terrorists!

This is a Zaphira City News publication from 3/17/2421.
== Zaphira Betrayed! Defectors Join Forces With Terrorists! ==
APB released by LZPD reveals several former Zaphira citizens turned traitor
In a statement released earlier today, LZPD revealed that there have been a number of Zaphira-based individuals added to a growing list of wanted persons related to the Hand of Zarus. Among this list of individuals, ZNN was shocked to find names from two high profile groups: Humanitarian Organization Aegis and local Councilor-run business, Purple Lotus.
The two individuals in question are known as Antherial and Michael. (Pictures of Antherial and Michael would be placed in the article here.) Antherial was known in Zaphira primarily for his assistance in one of Zaphira's past conflicts with synthetic terrorist cell P.U.R.G.E. Michael was referred to as a loving husband and father, though after investigation, it was discovered that Michael had only recently been pulled off probationary detainment for a classified internal conflict.
If you are to see either of these two individuals, or any other individuals suspected of being allied with Hand of Zarus, they are to be considered armed and extremely dangerous. Any non-combat personnel are to find shelter immediately after reporting the sighting. LZPD strongly advises combat capable citizens to not engage them without LZPD assistance as they are listed as "Priority One Targets" meaning that forces will not hesitate to open fire upon any individuals spotted with them.(edited)
LZPD added to the statement to be wary of signs of sympathetic actions taken by local citizens. With the growing number of defectors, some even former LZPD officers, a high alert has been issued. Citizens who suspect any with sympathetic ties to Hand of Zarus are to submit a report to LZPD immediately. LZPD have reasons to believe that the Hand of Zarus utilizes invasive mind-manipulation and/or brainwashing techniques to recruit individuals for their cause. Additionally, it is suspected that this manipulation causes irreparable damage to the brain, and there are possibilities that it cannot be reversed.
ZNN will continue to provide updates on the situation as it develops. Stay vigilant Zaphira. This is ZNN.
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