Lae Metropolitan Superintendent, Chris Kunyanban had nothing but praise for the city residents of Lae after successfully carrying out their New Year’s Eve operations without any major hiccups in the city.
Kunyanban says he was impressed by the civility portrayed by the city residents, stating that he was wrong about what he had said about the people earlier on this week.
“This time I guess people were more civilized, and I’m happy to say people are more matured now.”
The police boss extended his heartfelt appreciation to the city, stating that he is happy that people in Lae are more civil and he is grateful to them for respecting the rule of law.
Meanwhile, alcohol related infringements are still causing major problems for police in Lae, after police recorded more than 20 arrests last night for alcohol related offences.
Lae Police Boss, Chris Kunyanban advised that his men encountered a few drunk civilians who were trying to burn tyres on the road when police intervened leading to an exchange of words and rocks.
Luckily, no one was hurt and in the exchange and police were able to settle the situation.
Kunyanban said throughout the whole festive period, Lae police have made more alcohol related arrests than any other crime in the city.
He added that the country is almost 50 years and people have to more mature in how they celebrate their festive and New Year celebrations.