Armed hold-ups are becoming a serious problem in Milne Bay Province. Provincial Police Commander (PPC), Ben Kua told PNG HAUSBUNG the number of hold-ups has been steadily increasing since the past week. “I have only 68 manpower available which is not enough. I sent a request to the Police Head Quarters for more manpower but then accommodation is another issue.” Police registered increase hold-ups that were mainly caused by opportunists who have been taking advantage. Another concern for police is Sea Piracy the Police boss stated. “There was a report filed last week regarding the killing of two sea pirates…
