UNPol in East Timor Security Briefing 25 September 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 in Timor-Leste has been generally calm.

Earlier today in Dili, UNPol attended nine incidents, including a disturbance in Balide High School at around 08:30hrs. One teacher sustained minor injuries to his face, and will be lodging a complaint with the police against several students from the school. Police also attended a protest against the Commission of Truth and Friendship that took place outside of the CAVR office. About 50 people took part in the protest, which remained peaceful.

On Monday in Dili, police arrested five people, two for possession of a weapon, two for assault and one for rock throwing.

In Same on Monday evening, a group of approximately six people threw rocks at three UNPol vehicles after blocking the road toprevent them from passing. One UNPol officer fired a warning shot whilst attempting to disperse the group, who were reported as being drunk. Another UNPol officer also sustained a minor injury to his leg. Police are investigating.

The Police advise to avoid travelling 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.