The security situation in Timor-Leste as a whole has been
stable, although there were serious incidents in Metinaro and Ermera today.
There was a fight in Metinaro this morning involving 100 -
300 people armed with machetes, steel darts and bows. Formed Police Units
(FPUs) and the International Stabilization Force (ISF) managed to control the
situation, but the market was almost completely destroyed in the fighting.
Three people were arrested. Latest reports indicate that trouble has flared up
again this afternoon, and that ten houses and a motorcycle have been set on
fire. The police and the fire brigade are in attendance.
In Ermera, there are reports of a confrontation this
afternoon in Ducarai village and Laucau sub-village in which two people were
killed. There is no further information at this stage.
Today in Dili, UNPol attended eight incidents. This
afternoon, large groups were engaged in sporadic fighting in the vicinity of
Surik Mas and Bairo Pite. Police have been in attendance and have fired tear
gas to control the crowds. Six people have been arrested so far.
Separately, a fire was also reported near the Comoro round
about, which was extinguished with only minor damage to the property. A small
fight near Bebonuk primary school was also brought under control by police.
United Nations police officers in conjunction with the
national police of Timor-Leste (PNTL) and the International Stabilisation Force
(ISF) 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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