UNPol in East Timor Security Briefing 29 November 2007

UNPol Daily Security Briefing 29 November 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 a man was arrested  for possession of a weapon in Dili hospital.

In a serious incident of domestic violence yesterday, a man in Faturilao village, Aileu, stabbed his sister-in-law, believing she was his

wife, and then stabbed himself. Both suspect and victim have been taken to Dili hospital, and the case is being investigated.

The security situation in Dili remained calm last  night, although there were a few minor incidents  of rock throwing and fighting. Police arrested one man in Mercado Lama for possession of an illegal weapon.

Two serious incidents of fighting took place in  Manatuto yesterday, resulting in the arrest of 43  people. Three people were injured in the fights,  which took place in Crebas and Kampung Allor villages. The police are investigating further.

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