Police in Cambodia are investigating opposition activists who Spoiled their ballots in protest of the exclusion of the Candlelight Party from the recent parliamentary election. One activist has been sent to prison for pre-trial detention, and six others were detained and released. Authorities have threatened legal action against anyone who continues to post photos of spoiled ballots. Prime Minister Hun Sen has demanded that activists publicly apologize, and police are targeting 44 people who allegedly incited ballot vandalism. The ruling Cambodian People's Party estimates that between 200,000 and 300,000 ballots were spoiled, while the banned Cambodia National Rescue Party suggests the number could be over 400,000.
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