Threats close Sigli govt offices

SIGLI, Aceh: Most government offices in Pidie regency were closed on Friday following a reported threat by separatist guerrillas to shut down offices on Oct. 1.

Almost all 95 offices in the regency were closed and civil servants who did show up wore plainclothes.

"We choose to observe the situation carefully," said a civil servant who asked for anonymity.

It was unclear whether civil servants would return to work on Monday. (51/edt)