The Ta'ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) has detained 180 individuals in Kyaukme on charges of drug dealing, possession of illegal weapons, burglary, and providing information to the military. The arrests took place on July 11, according to a statement from the TNLA.

Of those arrested, 159 were related to drug offenses, including 146 men and 11 women who were drug users, as well as two males and one female drug dealers. The TNLA alleges that many of these individuals were previously imprisoned for drug-related crimes and had been released by the military to act as informants.

Additionally, two individuals were arrested for committing burglary during the recent clashes, taking advantage of the chaos to steal valuable items from homes. Another man was detained for carrying small arms with military symbols, and two more drug users were also arrested.

The TNLA has also apprehended 16 people for allegedly informing the military about TNLA and joint forces' movements during battles. These individuals are currently under investigation, and appropriate actions will be taken against them, as per the TNLA's statement.

In a broader crackdown, the TNLA has been sealing off houses, businesses, and private banks believed to be associated with the military in Kyaukme and the western part of Mogok in Naungcho, Shan State (Northern). Local sources indicate that these operations are being conducted based on names obtained from the Naungcho Township USDP Party office. The majority of properties being sealed belong to Shan and Myanmar nationals.

However, there is rising concern among USDP Party members who live peacefully in Naungcho, fearing that they might be targeted by the TNLA. Many have reportedly fled the city. Unconfirmed reports also suggest that some individuals were killed, not by gunfire, but by other means and their dead bodies were burned not to identify them, in Kyaukme.

A TNLA official informed the local Shwe Phemyay news agency that while the homes of police and government staff have been sealed, those of military informers or individuals aiding the military have not yet been targeted.