A large-scale police operation took place on Tuesday morning near Lausanne station. A man and a woman of Ethiopian nationality had found refuge within an EVAM home due to deportation in Dublin. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Around 11:10 am, the police calmly arrested the two who were holed up in the EVAM building.The man and woman were then taken in an ambulance for checks.
A municipal police patrol intervened around 7:00 am at the “AlaGare” house of the Vaudois Migrant Reception Establishment (EVAM), located under the station. On a mandate from the cantonal police, she should be in charge of a 28-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman as part of the transfers in Dublin, said Jean-Christophe Sauterel, a police spokesman. cantonal.
The couple were to be taken to geneva airport to take a scheduled flight unaccompanied to Romania, the country where they were registered and applied for asylum, he said.
Barricade with some knives
When the patrol arrived in front of the room,the two barricaded themselves.the police noticed that they were armed with several knives. This required the commitment of the Lausanne Police Intervention Group and its negotiators and the implementation of the entire system that was visible on the street, he continued.
The negotiations were successful; the people left alone, shortly before 11:00. They were not injured. The couple were taken into care and hospitalized for a check-up and are still under the asylum procedure, said the cantonal police spokesman.
An ambulance and several firefighters were also on the scene. For security reasons, the rue du Simplon and Passage des Saugettes, just below the station, were closed.
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Interview with Jean-Christophe sauterel, Police Spokesman on Recent Lausanne Police operation
Time.news Editor: Thank you for joining us today, Jean-Christophe. Let’s dive into the recent police operation near Lausanne station involving a couple of Ethiopian nationality. Can you explain what prompted this large-scale response?
Jean-Christophe Sauterel: Thank you for having me. The operation was initiated due to a mandated transfer in accordance with the Dublin Regulation, which governs the asylum process in Europe. A 28-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman had found refuge in an EVAM (Vaudois Migrant Reception Establishment) home but were scheduled for deportation to Romania, where they had initially applied for asylum.
Time.news Editor: It sounds like the situation escalated quite rapidly. Can you detail the circumstances under which the couple barricaded themselves?
Jean-Christophe sauterel: Certainly.When the municipal police patrol arrived at the building, the couple barricaded themselves inside their room and were armed with several knives. This situation posed a significant risk, which is why we deployed the Lausanne Police Intervention Group to manage the scenario safely.
Time.news Editor: What measures were taken to ensure their safe surrender?
Jean-Christophe Sauterel: Our trained negotiators engaged with the couple, leading to a peaceful resolution just before 11:00 am. They exited the room without any injuries, and both individuals were then taken to a medical facility for precautionary checks.
Time.news Editor: This incident highlights the complexities of the asylum process. What do you think the implications are for the local community regarding such operations?
Jean-Christophe Sauterel: Such operations can understandably cause concern within the community, especially with visibility on the streets and the presence of emergency services. However, it’s crucial that people understand these responses are primarily aimed at ensuring safety and upholding the law while also respecting the rights of individuals undergoing the asylum process.
Time.news Editor: Given this incident, what advice do you have for local communities about dealing with similar situations in the future?
Jean-Christophe Sauterel: It’s important for the public to remain informed about the asylum process and the complexities involved. Community support mechanisms can also play a vital role in helping migrants transition and settle. In emergencies, staying calm and informed, and cooperating with law enforcement can greatly aid in the safety of everyone involved.
Time.news editor: Thank you, jean-Christophe, for providing your insights on this matter. It’s essential for our readers to grasp both the challenges faced by individuals in the asylum process and the professional efforts taken to ensure public safety.
Jean-Christophe Sauterel: Thank you for the discussion. Open dialog is key to fostering understanding within our communities.