Kombissiri:The central police station in Kombissiri apprehended twenty-five young individuals on Friday, October 23, for committing traffic violations and disrupting classes at a local high school and near the market in the village of Tuili. The arrests were made possible through the cooperation of the local community, as reported by AIB.
According to Burkina Information Agency, Deputy Central Commissioner Madi Ouedraogo stated that the arrests were a result of reports from local residents.
The initial arrest occurred at a high school in Kombissiri, where nine youths, aged between fifteen and twenty-three, were detained by the National Police. These individuals were performing motorcycle stunts, causing noise that disrupted ongoing classes.
Later the same day, additional arrests took place around 10 p.m. at the market in the village of Tuili, approximately twelve kilometers from Kombissiri. These young people were found traveling without helmets, performing acrobatics that raised dust, or engaging in inappropriate activities in nearby bars.
The detained individuals were subsequently taken to the police station, where they were assigned community service and fined. They also received guidance on the importance of demonstrating civic responsibility.
Commissioner Ouedraogo expressed satisfaction with the arrests, emphasizing their role in restoring order. He extended gratitude to the public for their cooperation in combating road offenses and broader security threats. Furthermore, he encouraged the community to continue reporting suspicious activities to the Defense and Security Forces.