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.

Saturday 25 January 2014

UNPol in East Timor Security Briefing 13 December 2007



UNPol Daily Security Briefing 13 December 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 is generally calm.

Today in Dili, police attended four incidents, including an incident where three youths threw rocks at a shop after the owner refused to give them money. The youths fled upon the arrival of the police. 

On Wednesday afternoon in Dili, one person was injured after a fight in the Comoro area. Police used tear gas and warning shots to disperse the crowds, and the situation returned to normal at around 2000hrs.

On Wednesday in Viqueque, fighting broke out in the village of Vesuro after a disagreement over gambling. Police arrested 14 people.

The UN Secretary-General and the Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd will both be arriving in Timor-Leste tomorrow, and there will be a corresponding increased security presence in the capital. Please be alert for fast-moving convoys and motorcades whilst using the roads.

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.

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