The 2006 Crisis

This site was inspired by the events that culminated in the tragic disintegration of the rule of law in 2006. UNPol was remobilised in response to the political violence and social tensions and this is an archive of the regular security reports.

Thursday, 28 November 2013

UNPol in East Timor Security Briefing 18 June 2007



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 across the country has generally been calm.

Today in Dili, UNPol conducted 40 patrols and were required to attend only one incident, a traffic accident in which nobody was injured.  Yesterday in the capital, a Formed Police Unit responded to reports of rock throwing in Tasi Tolu, where six men were drunk and throwing rocks at passing vehicles. The Formed Police Unit dispersed the group using tear gas. One UNPol vehicle was slightly damaged in the process. Separately, UNPol received reports of a detainee escaping from Dili Watch House yesterday. He had been arrested on 17 June 2007 on various charges. All police patrol units have been alerted to be vigilant and to apprehend the detainee upon sight.

Yesterday in Liquica, UNPol received reports of fighting in Lebuae between two gangs. Police arrested seven suspects and the situation is now calm. Witnesses claim that one person was injured in the fighting, although his injuries are not thought to be serious.
In Oecussi, PNTL arrested a suspect who was causing a disturbance in Padiae village after his motorbike broke down crossing the Tono river. Separately, one man received minor injuries after another man assaulted him in Cruz village. The two had been arguing over trespassing cows.

Campaigning continues across the country today. Ten political rallies were scheduled to take place, and as yet there have been no reports of any associated security incidents. Similarly, there were no reports of any incidents in connection with yesterday's campaigning.

The Police advise to avoid traveling during the night to the most affected areas. Report any suspicious activities and avoid traveling the areas affected by disturbances. Call 112 or 7230365 to contact the police 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

This has been a daily broadcast of the UN Police in Timor-Leste, for the people of Timor-Leste

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