UNPol in East Timor Security Briefing 14 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 been generally calm.

Today in Dili, UNPol conducted 43 patrols and were required to attend to four incidents. No major incidents were reported.

In Bobonaro, an UNPol investigation team is today looking into reports that a man is missing after a fight between rival supporters in Lasau village on 11 June 2007. Initial reports suggested that only three people were injured in the fight and that their injuries were minor. There is currently no evidence to support rumours that the missing man has died from his injuries.

Yesterday in Dili, 26 people were arrested in connection with illegal gambling in a building close to the Audian hotel. One of the arrested was charged and the rest were briefly detained for identification.

In Baucau yesterday, two men threw stones at supporters returning to Venilale sub-district after a political rally. The men were arrested by police accompanying the convoy of supporters. No damage or injuries have been reported.

Campaigning continues across the country. Twelve political rallies were scheduled to take place today, and as yet there have been no reports of any associated security incidents.

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.<