Around 100 police officers have resigned and fled fromMaungdaw district police base and Myoma police station in Rakhine State. All ofthem are now charged with treason under section 505 at Maungdaw Myoma policestation, said a source in the police community.

"Many police officers have already fled and moreare joining them. Lately around 100 police officers have resigned," addedthe source.

Since the return of gun fighting between the juntasoldiers and Arakha Army (AA) fighters on 13 November 2023, the number ofresignations and fleeing incidents only increased in Maungdaw district policeand Myoma police station.

"Among those who fled, there are police officersalong with a number of constables. Some even fled with weapons. Many left fortheir towns and villages, whereas some fled to join the AA,” stated the source.

Those who have resigned or fled, whether armed orunarmed, have been charged with treason under section 505 at  MaungdawMyoma police station.