Mobiles from Shans confiscated

Mobiles from Shans confiscated

Following the battle of Pakhee that raged across the border opposite Chaingmai from 22 April-3 May, the local Burmese military seized a number of mobile phones from the local people, said sources. 

More than 30 handsets, purchased in Thailand, were seized in a raid by LIB (Light Infantry Battalion) 333's 30-men team on 10 June, according to the sources in Mongton Township, Monghsat District. 

LIB 333 is stationed in Monghsat 110 miles from the Chaingmai border. The raiding team was led by Capt. Thaung Nyunt. 

The owners were left unharmed if they handed over their handphones without protest, but those who denied having them in possession were beaten and fined. 

The list sent to S.H.A.N. includes: 

9 sets from Nakawngmu; 
6 sets from ex-Mong Tai Army men; 
2 sets from Hwe Aw; 
1 set from Maeken; 
2 sets from Poongpakhem;
3 sets from Mongton and 
3 sets from Nawngpayen. 

Mobiles owned by Wa and Lahu were however left untouched. 
Thousands of people who are engaged in cross-border trade