UNPol in East Timor Security Briefing 03 April 2007

The situation in and around Dili has been calm with no serious security incidents related to presidential campaigning.

In Dili there were no significant incidents reported to UNPOL today. A large political rally took place at Democracy Field at around 1040hrs. The rally later converted into a political procession through the streets of Dili, but it remained peaceful. Large political rallies also took place in Baucau, Ermera, Manufahi, Oecussi, and Viqueque yesterday, and there were no reports of significant trouble. Separately, the top three representatives of the UN have paid visits to Baucau, Maliana, Ermera, Gleno, Manatuto, and Liquica to check on the progress of UN support for the elections. All visits passed without incident.<br><br>

UNPol recovered the body of a clothed female from a river in Suai. Medical examinations have shown that the cause of death was probably drowning.

Investigations have begun into the murder of a young male that took place on 1 April in Fatuhada. The Major Crimes Investigation Unit and National Investigation Unit are working together and have started recording witness statements. Meanwhile, the Vulnerable Persons Unit is holding a workshop on women's awareness programs in IDP camps, and has been checking on victims from cases related to an escaped prisoner.

The Police advise that you should avoid traveling during the night to the most affected areas. Contact the police if you see anything suspicious or any kind of problems, and avoid remaining near any 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.