All but four of those arrested in relation to disturbances in February in the Viqueque district of East Timor have now been released. Many are reported to have been subjected to torture or ill-treatment while in detention. The four still held are believed to be detained in the police headquarters in the town of Viqueque. Their identities are not known and it is unclear if they have access to legal representatives, medical professionals or to members of their families. Amnesty International remains concerned that the four may be at risk of torture or ill-treatment.

No further information has been received on the fate of those who were reported to have been shot by the military during the unrest, including Luis who was arrested on 10 February after being shot and wounded. It is not known if he is among the four still being held in police custody.