United Nations Police in East Timor Weekly Security Brief 15-20 March 2008

UNPOL Weekly Security Brief 15-20 March 2008  - 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 across the country remains stable but fragile.

The curfew declared following the events of February 11 has been relaxed over the Easter weekend to allow people to attend religious gatherings. The new curfew times for March 20, 21, 22 and 23 are between 1am and 6am.


During the past week, a total of 34 security incidents were reported for the whole country; most of those were in Dili. The majority of security incidents continue to be low-level assaults and minor public disturbances. There were no incidents of group fighting. A total of 155 arrests were made, primarily for curfew violations. 

The United Nations Police and the PNTL are continuing active patrols over all areas of the city.

There have been no security incidents at the IDP camps. There have been no serious security incidents at Aitarak-laran.

The Police wish everyone a happy and safe Easter and remind people to take care on 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.