On the night of March 20, acting on orders from National Police Commissioner General Sar Thet, the National Police’s weapons and explosives control department and a mobile task force carried out a large joint night-time operation in Phnom Penh.
The operation focused on unlawful possession of weapons, explosives, ammunition and drugs. Officers established checkpoints in several key areas and checked suspicious people, vehicles and premises to strengthen security at night in the capital.
Police said continuing joint operations aimed to combat unlawful activity, prevent security risks, protect lives and property and maintain public order. The operation was ongoing, with results to be announced by police.
