Fifteen suspects are in custody and two individuals have died following an illegal student protest and ensuing clashes in Mt. Hagen, Western Highlands Province. The confirmation came from Provincial Police Commander Chief Superintendent John Sagom. Details surrounding the protest’s origins remain unclear, but it escalated into a violent confrontation requiring police intervention. Those arrested are currently being held in police cells as investigations continue. Authorities have not yet released the identities of the deceased. This incident marks a significant disruption to peace in Mt. Hagen and raises concerns about public order. The story originally appeared in the Post Courier and is behind a paywall.