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.

Wednesday, 27 November 2013

UNPol in East Timor Security Briefing 02 April 2007



The situation in and around Dili has been mostly calm for the past 36 hours with no serious security incidents related to presidential campaigning.

There has been one reported homicide in Dili. A male was fatally shot in the face with a dart. The National Investigation Unit is investigating the death.

There was also one report of arson at a house near the Australian Embassy that is believed to be related to gang violence.

Today, UNPol confirmed two incidents of a reported four. One was a rock being thrown at a UN vehicle in the Banana Road / Delta Road area. Both incidents involved rock throwing and while there was minor property damage there were no injuries.

In the districts, political campaigning in Aileu, Ainaro, and Baucauyesterday passed without incident. In Viqueque, youths tried to disrupt the political rally of candidate Fernando De Aroujo, but were restrained by PNTL and UNPol officers. The rally continued peacefully. Separately, at around 2030hrs in Maliana, an UNPol Officer died from what was believed to be a heart attack after accompanying the Bobonaro District Commander to a mud slide.

The Major Crime Investigation Unit successfully completed a two-day operation to locate and arrest the suspect of a murder that took place in March in Kuluhun, Dili. Reports on the incidents are being submitted to the Prosecutor's Office.

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 112or 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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