🔴 UPDATE 001 – MAURITIUS SECURITY SITUATION
Tuesday 13 October 2026 | 1:12 p.m.
Following disturbances overnight in Sainte-Croix, Abercrombie and several other regions, Police say the situation is under control. Security forces remain mobilised and investigations are continuing. Arrests have taken place and further arrests are expected as enquiries progress.
Source: Le Mauricien – police situation update
The Abercrombie Police Station sustained damage after Molotov cocktails were thrown at the building during the disturbances.
Source: Défi Media – damage at Abercrombie Police Station
🚧 Roads
A positive development has been confirmed at Bambous. The road near the District Court, which had remained obstructed earlier this morning, was cleared by the Special Mobile Force. Traffic resumed in both directions, while Police remained present to monitor the area.
Source: Le Mauricien – Bambous road reopened
🏫 Education
Schools and childcare facilities remain closed today as a security precaution. Examinations scheduled in schools have been postponed.
Official source: Government Information Service – No School communiqué
🏥 Élodie Thomas
There has been an encouraging medical development. Following the successful surgical intervention, Élodie Thomas has regained consciousness, opened her eyes and responded to her mother. Her medical care and monitoring continue.
Source: L’Express – medical update at 12:05 p.m.
⚠️ Current assessment
The immediate situation appears to be stabilising, but continued vigilance remains necessary. At the time of this update, I have found no verified information indicating a generalised nationwide escalation this afternoon.
Please remain calm, avoid spreading rumours and verify information before forwarding it.
I will publish UPDATE 002 only if there is a material development.
Stay informed. Stay calm. Stay united.
Information aggregated from official communications and recognised Mauritian media sources.
Dave Kissoondoyal