False news circulates on unjust arrests near Wathonara, Wyne villages

 

MISINFORMATION spread regarding the arrest of 10 children near Wathonara village and 20 locals near Wyne village by security forces.

On 11 October, malicious news media falsely reported that ten children, aged 15, were arrested by security forces while herding cattle near Wathonara village in Madaya Township, Mandalay Region. Upon enquiry, a local security official confirmed that this report was untrue. While some villages in Madaya Township experienced disturbances caused by PDF terrorists, security measures were taken, and no unjust arrests of civilians occurred.

Similarly, on 13 October, malicious news media claimed that security forces unjustly arrested 20 locals near Wyne village in Okpho Township, Bago Region, following an attack involving landmines. However, local security officials clarified that no such attacks or arrests took place on that date.

These fabricated reports aim to tarnish the reputation of security forces, spreading false narratives to mislead the public. — MNA/KZL