This is a broadcast
of the UN Police in Timor-Leste to provide you with information about the
security situation around the country.
The security situation in Timor-Leste has been relatively
calm, but the situation in Viqueque remains tense.
Today in Dili, UNPol attended five incidents, none of which
were major. They included a traffic accident and two minor incidents of
domestic violence.
Yesterday in Venilale, Baucau, two PNTL officers were
surrounded by approximately 50 villagers armed with machetes and other bladed
weapons in Ariana sub-village. The PNTL officers fired two warning shots into
the air to allow them to escape. There were no injuries.
Two days ago in Lautem, a 50-year-old man was murdered and
two other men seriously wounded fter a dispute over bamboo. The incident
involved six people from the neighbouring villages of Burukai and Buruwali. The
UNPol national investigation department attended the scene and have identified
the suspects.
Two days ago in Viqueque, a house was destroyed by fire in
Olabai village. The house was abandonded and there were no injuries. Police
have obtained two witness statements and are investigating further.
United Nations police officers in conjunction with the PNTL
and the International Security Force remain fully deployed to respond to any
disturbances that may emerge.
The Police advise to avoid traveling during the night to the
most affected areas. Please report any suspicious activities. You can call 112 or 7230365 to contact the
police 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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