Overheard on a trolley-bus

Security police uncover group planning more violence in Riga

RIGA, Jan 18 (LETA) - Having been tipped off by a person who overheard a conversation in a trolley-bus, Security Police have uncovered a group of persons planning more violence in Riga, as "LETA Video/TV 21" was told by Interior Minister Mareks Seglins.

"I must express thanks to the person, who informed the police abut the conversation he overheard. The group had discussed where they would meet in order to organize more rioting. In checking out this place - what one could call a headquarters, a meeting on further action was being held," Seglins informed. He underlined that the group has not been detained, but that the police "thwarted more possible disturbances."

He did not mention how many exactly were involved or what they were planning.

"No details from me, I can't tell you. This borders on a state secret, i.e. this criminal case's fact are a state secret. I, as a politician, have no right to say anything," he stated.

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At face value, the above article sounds like a hasty PR campaign created by a recent graduate.

I mean, a conversation overheard on a trolley-bus mentioning a) intended antisocial actions and b) intended location of a meeting where members would further discuss these antisocial actions. Then, when the security police swoop in on the 'headquarters', surprise,surprise the meeting is in progress and they are caught red-handed. Gotcha!

But, no one was arrested, just plans thwarted...... and no further comments.

See, this dramatic event shows how well the security police are in control. Forget all about the trouble last week, twas but a minor riot. Back to work!