OVERSEAS SECURITY ADVISORY COUNCIL JAKARTA COUNTRY COUNCIL AMCHAM SECURITY COMMITTEE, REPORT ON EVENTS IN APRIL 2013 Edited by Colin Good
OSAC Jakarta Country Council/AmCham Indonesia Security Committee: Chair: Brian W. Millen Vice-Chairs: Antony Marley Colin Good U.S. Embassy Regional Security Officer: James Schnaible
Summary of Security-Related Issues throughout Indonesia The following selected information was compiled from local media sources and submissions from iPJ in particular as well as contributions from Hill & Associates and Concord Consulting. We are deeply grateful to the contributors. This report contains information on a broad spectrum of security concerns and incidents which have occurred in Indonesia during the reporting period. Incidents are listed as they happened and dates are added if reported, otherwise the reader is to assume the event took place during the month in question. Readers are advised that while there are security risks that companies and individuals need to be aware of, avoid or address, Indonesia is a country of over 230 million people living on 17,500 islands that stretch over 4,800 kms. The vast majority of foreign companies that operate in Indonesia, and expatriates who reside in or visit the country, do so without incident providing sensible security precautions are taken.
OVERVIEW
The National Police Counter Terrorist Squad, Densus88 was extremely active during the month of May with the arrest of 15 terrorists in Jakarta and West and Central Java. During the month they also shot dead 5 terrorists who resisted arrest. These figures serve to illustrate that the demise of the terror group Jamaah Islamiyah (JI) did not bring about a cessation of terrorist activities which continue with little abatement. During these incidents the police seized several pipe bombs ready for use and quantities of explosive materials and other bomb making ingredients together with an assortment of firearms. In a worrying development the police revealed that the terrorist group ar- rested in Jakarta that was plotting to bomb the Embassy of Myanmar was planning to use a so- phisticated chemical explosive substance “hexamine” which is not only highly explosive but can also be used as a chemical weapon to poison victims. This is another indicator that Indonesian terrorists are becoming increasingly sophisticated and therefore even more dangerous and there is clearly a need to continue to make appropriate contingency plans. Terror related attacks against the police continued during the month with bombing incidents at police stations in East and West Java.
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ANALYSIS OF DEMONSTRATION ACTIVITY
The month of May saw the highest number of demonstrations for more than a year with 223 demonstrations involving close to 140,000 demonstrators taking place in the country. As has been the trend of late labor issues dominated the scene with 60 percent of all demonstrations being re- lated to labor issues. Complaints over minimum wage maters and outsourcing of labor and con- tract workers issues were to the fore. Many of the demonstrations occurred on 1 May which is traditionally recognized as Labor Day or worker’s day when workers across many industries take to the streets to air their grievances. Apart from labor unrest religious issues continued to be the core of other demonstrations with Ahmadiyah followers being the main target. Ahmadiyah mosques in West and East Java were attacked by hundreds of demonstrators who damaged mosques and houses belonging to members of the Ahmadiyah community at those locations. In- ter village clashes continued during the month particularly in the East of the country with serious clashes leading to deaths in some cases. There were fewer student demonstrations during the
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Labor issues are likely to continue to dominate during the month of June and local inter village is- sues are likely to flare up from time to time with some becoming violent.
TERRORISM AND ORGANIZED CRIME INCIDENTS
Molotov Bomb Attacks in Blitar Investigated
On Wednesday (May 1) at around 2345hrs unknown subject(s) threw Molotov Bombs at the Police Unit Pamong Praja in Blitar, East Java. Police secured evidence at the scene.
Alleged Terrorist Arrests in Jakarta
On Thursday (May 2) at around 2200hrs Detachment 88 arrested at least two persons suspected in connection with terrorist activities in raids in the area of Bendungan Hilir, Central Jakarta, and in a boarding house in Jalan Bangka II, Mampang, South Jakarta. From the raids police seized some explosives and five pipe bombs which were ready for use. The target for the bombs was suspected to be addressed to be the Embassy of Myanmar.
Terrorists Ambush in Bandung Regency
On Wednesday (May 8) Police and Detachment 88 ambushed four suspected terrorists in a rented house in Batu Rengat, Cigondewah Hilir, Marga Asih, Bandung regency, West Java. Shootout be- tween the police and suspected terrorists occurred.
Terrorist Raids in West Java, Central Java and Tangerang
On Wednesday (May 8) police raided suspected terrorist locations in Bandung regency, West Ja- va, in Central Java, and in South Tangerang.
In Batu Rengat, Cigondewah Hilir, Marga Asih, Bandung regency, three suspected terrorists were killed and one person was arrested after a shootout with police which lasted more than seven hours beginning at around 1100hrs. Police seized ready to use pipe bombs, three firearms, one magazine, and hundreds of bullets and other items.
At around 1500hrs police shot dead a suspected terrorist while resisting arrest and arrested a se- cond in Limpung village, Batang, Central Java. Police seized an FN pistol and bullets.
At around 1830hrs police arrested a suspected terrorist in the village of Tambaksari, Rowosari Dis- trict, Kendal regency, Central Java.
At around 1700hrs police raided a location in the hamlet of Kembaran, Unggaran village, Kutowinangun district, Kebumen regency, Central Java. As of May 9 the police reportedly had ar- rested three suspected terrorists, shot dead three other suspects, and are trying to arrest one re- maining suspect who fled the scene.
At around 1700hrs police arrested a suspected terrorist in Pondok Aren, South Tangerang. Police also raided a house in Jalan Aria Putra, Serua Indah, Ciputat, South Tangerang, at around 2000hrs. Police arrested a man and seized cash.
Four Suspected Terrorists Arrested in South Lampung
On Thursday (May 9) at around 2100hrs and Friday (May 10) at around 0530hrs and 0900hrs De- tachment 88 and Lampung Police arrested four suspected terrorists in several different locations in South Lampung, Sumatra. The subjects were also allegedly involved in the robbery of a bank in
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Pringsewu, Lampung, on April 22 and banks in Batang and Grobokan, with total loses amounting to Rp 1.8 billion.
Homemade Bomb in Tasikmalaya
On Monday (May 13) at around 1920hrs someone threw a bomb into the police station at the Mitra Batik crossroad, Tasikmalaya, West Java, but the bomb failed to explode. The perpetrator was killed after being shot by police as he tried to fight back and shot at police with a homemade fire- arm. The Bomb Squad Team of West Java Police seized and investigated the suspected home- made bomb.
Four Alleged Terrorists Arrested in Central Java
On Tuesday (May 14) Detachment 88 arrested two suspected terrorists in Purwokerto, Central Java, and two more in Solo, Central Java. The two people who were arrested in Purwokerto are suspected of training others to make nitroglycerine-based bombs.
Molotov Thrown at a School in Yogyakarta
On Tuesday (May 14) at around 2000hrs and 2115hrs a group of youths riding nine motorcycles threw Molotov cocktails at the SMK 3 Jetis Yogyakarta. A security guard and a police officer were injured. Police are still investigating the CCTV footage of the school to identify the subjects.
Terrorists Arrested in Solo
On Thursday morning (May 16) two terrorists were arrested by Detachment 88 in a rented house at Kampung Losari RT 5 RW 3 Semanggi District, Pasar Kliwon, Solo. This arrest was related to the arrest of a resident two days before in Joyosuran, Pasar Kliwon, Solo. The officers found 25 kilograms of Potassium Chlorate and sharp weapons.
Suspected Bombs in Central Sulawesi
On Saturday night (May 18) a scavenger found objects suspected to be a bomb inside a cardboard box at Jalan RE Martadinata, East Palu District, Central Sulawesi, not far from the headquarters of the police sector of East Palu. The box contained a bottle of mineral water containing white powder and bolts, cable sets and 2 batteries of 9 volts. A bomb Disposal Team detonated the object on Sunday early morning (May 19).
Police Arrest Two Terrorist Suspects
On Wednesday (May 22) at around 2030hrs anti-terror police arrested two terrorist suspects. One was a terrorist suspect fugitive who was arrested at the port of Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta. He allegedly planned to blow up the Myanmar Embassy in Jakarta. Police arrested another suspect on Thursday (May 23) at around 0240hrs in a house on Jalan Ir Sutami Mauk Timur, Tangerang. Police confiscated fertilizers, sulfur, black powder, wires, powders lighters, iron pipe and other items.
Suspected Bombs in Attorney General's Office, South Jakarta
On Friday (May 24) at around 1330hrs a cleaner found suspicious objects suspected to be a bomb inside a black bag in front of Attorney General's Office’s gate on Jalan Sultan Hasanuddin, South Jakarta. The Gegana Team from Polda Metro Jaya responded to the location to investigate and conduct render-safe procedures on the suspicious package.
CIVIL UNREST AND POLITICAL VIOLENCE INCIDENTS
Demonstration in Papua Dispersed, Weapons Found
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On Wednesday (May 1) dozens of people who held demonstration to commemorate 50 years of the Papua supporting the Republic of Indonesia in Biak, Papua, were dispersed by police. They were considered to be inciting riot and provoking local residents to separate from Indonesia. Police chased the demonstrators who fled into Ibdi village, East Biak. In that area the police found and seized various types of homemade guns and sharp weapons, and arrested six people.
Demonstration in Makassar, South Sulawesi
On Wednesday (May 1) at around 1100hrs hundreds of workers held demonstration at the end of the Reformasi Toll Road, Makassar. They commemorated Labor Day, May 1, 2013, and demand- ed decent wages, refused outsourcing or work contracts. Thousands of workers and students in Makassar also gathered at the flyover intersection of Urip Sumoharjo-AP Pettarani to celebrate International Labor Day or May Day causing traffic jams.
Demonstration in Surabaya, East Java
On Wednesday (May 1) about 7,000 workers from various companies held a demonstration in Gedung Grahadi, Surabaya, and in front of the office of the Governor of East Java. They gathered at the Waru Roundabout. Their actions occupied almost the entire area.
Demonstration in Batam
On Wednesday (May 1) at around 1015hrs thousands of members of SPSI arrived in Batam Cen- ter. After gathering in the Simpang Engku Putri thousands of workers moved towards Batam City Government offices to make speeches in an attempt to influence the Batam Mayor.
Demonstration in Medan
On Wednesday (May 1) at around 1050hrs thousands of workers entered the city of Medan. They began a long march from Jalan Brigjend Katamso, Medan, heading to Merdeka Square. The de- monstrators caused long traffic jams at Jalan Brigjend Katamso Medan. In addition to the Merdeka Square, they also came to Medan Mayor's Office, Office of the Governor, Office of the Parliament and Mayestik Roundabout Medan at Jalan Gatot Subroto. As a result of that mass workers' action the traffic flow in some areas experienced severe congestion.
Demo Day Education in Makassar
On Thursday (May 2) hundreds of students demonstrated in the Office of Education South Sula- wesi. Students eventually managed to get into the Office and made their statements known.
Students and Police Clash in Makassar
On Thursday (May 2) at around1630hrs Makassar students who demonstrated commemorating National Education clashed with the police in the Mall Panakukang area, Adhyaksa junction Boule- vard road, Makassar. A motorcycle belonging to the police was burned.
Residents Clash in North Sulawesi, Two Killed
On Thursday (May 2) at around 2000hrs residents of Wulurmaatus village Modoinding district, South Minahasa regency, clashed with residents of Mobuya village, Eastern Passi district, Bolaang Bolaang Mongondow regency (Bolmong), North Sulawesi. They attacked each other using sharp weapons such as spears, arrows, and machetes. Two people were killed and several others se- verely injured. The police have built a border security post between those two villages to prevent future violence. Five people were detained for investigation.
Ahmadiyah Mosques and Houses Destroyed in West Java
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On Sunday (May 5) hundreds of people on motorcycles and a pickup truck damaged a large mosque belonging to the Ahmadiyah community and more than a hundred houses of Ahmadiyah in two locations in Tasikmalaya, West Java. They went to Kampung Tenjowaringin, Salawu Dis- trict, Tasikmalaya, at around 0100hrs, then headed to Kampung Sindang, Cipakat village, Singaparna district, Tasikmalaya regency, at 0315hrs. Members of the police on guard could not dispel the masses. The group also cut off electricity and damaged goods.
Residents Clash at Batam
On Sunday (May 6) hundreds of residents of Mega Legenda, Batam Center, clashed with dozen of thugs brought by Cooperative Care Society (Koplimas) who want to build as many as 250 kiosks above the buffer zone or ROW Street.
Community Organization Doing Destruction in Sumedang, West Java
On Monday (6 May) in the afternoon community organizations (Ormas) conducted assaults by hundreds of citizens with resulting damage. This attack started from an instruction to do sweeping from one community organization to other community organizations.
Road Blockade in Central Maluku
On Tuesday (May 7) hundreds of residents of seven villages in the district Elpaputih blocked the road that connects three districts on the island of Seram, the District of West Seram (SBB), Central Maluku and East Seram District (SBT). As a result, traffic was stalled. They were protesting against the Minister of Home Affairs Regulation No. 18 of 2013, which establishes three villages in the region namely Wasia village, Samasuru and Sanahu as the administrative regions of West Seram regency (SBB). The three villages are in dispute between the villages of Central Maluku regency and SBB. Residents customarily blocked the road above the bridge of Kali Mala which became disputed territory in both districts. Two platoons of police and a platoon of military were reportedly deployed to that location.
Demonstrators and Thugs Clash in East Jakarta
On Sunday (May 12) at around 1900hrs demonstrators and a group of thugs clashed in Pulogadung terminal in East Jakarta. A thug was reportedly injured due to stab wounds and three motorcycles were burned. This clash caused severe congestion on the road in front of the terminal.
Riot of Illegal Miners in West Sumatra
On Tuesday (May 14) illegal miners in Kuansing and at the Sijunjung border, West Sumatra, riot- ed and burned about 20 cars used by joint personnel of the district government officers, the po- lice, prosecutors and military which were parked at the location. There were no casualties in the incident.
Student Brawl In Cengkareng, One Student Killed
On Wednesday (May 15) at around 1500hrs students from rival schools fought on Jalan Daan Mogot, Cengkareng, West Jakarta. One student died from injuries from sharp weapons.
Student Demonstrations in Medan Turn Violent
On Wednesday (May 15) a group of students from a University in Medan demanded the police be responsible for the death of a fellow student killed in a traffic accident a few days earlier. The stu- dents attacked the police and damaged the police station, burning a tire and blocking the road in front of their campus on Jalan Perintis Kemerdekaan. Several major roads were closed and traffic was congested. Local residents who were angry due to the disruption added to the chaos and threw stones at the students.
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Demonstration In Makassar
On Thursday (May 16) dozens of students held a demonstration at the Roundabout of Jl. Hertasning, Jl. AP Pettarani, Makassar. They demanded no reduction to fuel price subsidies. They also burned a tire on the street, and Jl AP. Pettarani was temporarily closed.
Hospital Employees' Strike in Ende, Flores
On Thursday (May 16) at around 0800hrs hundreds of hospital employees of Ende, Flores, held a strike. They were demanding unpaid salaries since January 2013. As a result, all medical services at the hospital were suspended for about two hours. Patients' families were angry because their family members did not immediately get medical care. The strike ended after hospital management transferred salaries to each employee.
Police and Army Disperse a Convoy in Aceh
On Thursday (May 16) at around 1200hrs hundreds of people from Aceh Jaya held a convoy in West Aceh district and paraded the moon star flag. Police and the army intercepted and dispersed the convoy as they did not have a permit. Police seized an air soft gun and sharp weapons which were found in the car belonging to the convoy participants, and detained the owner of the gun.
People Damage Mosque in East Java
On Thursday night (May 16) a number of people damaged an Ahmadiyah mosque in the Gempolan village, Pakel district, Tulungagung, East Java. The Ahmadiyah leaders fled to the town of Kediri, East Java. The incident was allegedly triggered when the mosque resumed religious ac- tivities after reaching mutual agreement between local residents and the manager of the mosque was agreed that there would be no more religious activities in the mosque. Police and soldiers are now guarding the mosque.
Demonstration in East Jakarta
On Saturday (May 18) hundreds of residents in East Jakarta protested the eviction plan in their region. They blockaded the road at Jalan I Gusti Ngurah Rai, East Jakarta, stopped vehicles and deflated tires of buses and also private vehicles. As a result the flow of traffic in the direction to Pondok Kopi and Jatinegara experienced severe congestion and the bus TransJakarta XI Corridor was stopped. The blockade of the road was called off by the citizens after the Government post- poned the eviction and promised to hold deliberations on Monday (May 20) in the Office of the Mayor of East Jakarta. No casualties in the incident.
Destruction of News Office in South Sulawesi
On Sunday, early morning (19 May) a group of people damaged a Daily News Office in the Re- gency of Bone, South Sulawesi. Police are still investigating the motive and perpetrators of this destruction.
Clash between Residents in Sigi, Central Sulawesi
On Sunday (May 19) the citizens of the Pesaku Village, West Dolo district clashed with villagers of Sidondo ,Sigi Biroimaru, Sigi Regency, Central Sulawesi. At least 24 houses and three motorcy- cles were burned. Residents also attacked police who were trying to secure the scene. Hundreds of police have been put on alert on the border of the two villages.
Demonstration in Solo, Central Java
On Sunday (May 19) hundreds of Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia (HTI) Soloraya staged a demonstration at Jalan Slamet Riyadi, Solo. They criticized the Government's plans to raise the price of fuel and
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Demonstration in Kuningan, Jakarta
On Tuesday (May 21) about 300 students from different Universities held a demonstration in front of the KPK office in Jalan Rasuna Said, Kuningan Jakarta. The students were demonstrating against corruption. The police closed the slow lane in front of the KPK and all vehicles were forced to use the fast lane.
Land Eviction in Pulogadung, East Jakarta
On Wednesday (May 22) at around 0700hrs a land eviction in Kampung Srikandi, Pulogadung, East Jakarta turned into a violent clash. PT Buana Estate won a law suit over land rights in the area and was evicting the local residents. Hundreds of Satpol PP and Police battled with residents using teargas to control the crowd.
Demonstration of Labour in Sidoarjo, East Java
On Wednesday (May 22) a demonstration in front of Surya Indah Plastics Factory in Tropodo Vil- lage, Waru, Sidoarjo, East Java, turned violent. Labor unrest began when representatives of the Federation of Indonesian Metal Workers Union began to make public speeches but there was no permission/permit to hold a demonstration. Three laborers were arrested by the police as provocateurs/inciting riot.
Clash between Residents in Makassar
On Saturday afternoon (May 25) a clash occurred between hundreds of residents of Bontoala dis- trict with residents of Tallo district in Jalan Kandea, Makassar, South Sulawesi. They attacked each other using stones, sharp weapons and Molotov cocktails. At least four houses were burned and three policemen were injured.
Clash in Sinjai, South Sulawesi
On Monday (May 27) a group of part-time teachers who protested at the office of the Department of Education, Youth and Sports, Jalan Raya Kartini, North Sinjai District, Sinjai, South Sulawesi, clashed with Department of Education employees. They demanded transparency of competency examinations as a requirement of registration of candidates for public servant position. A number of teachers reportedly were injured.
Unrest in Kiosk Demolition in Duri Train Station, West Jakarta
On Monday (May 27) at around 0830hrs unrest occurred in the demolition of stalls in Duri Station, Tambora, West Jakarta. The merchants pelted officers with stones and at least 10 officers of PT KAI were injured. Police dispersed the crowd with tear gas. At approximately 1200hrs demolition activities resumed without further disruption. For security reasons, the station was temporarily closed.
Unrest During Kiosk Demolition in Train Station, Depok
On Wednesday (May 29) at around 0700hrs during the demolition of stalls in UI Depok Station, West Java, officers encountered resistance from Univercity of Indonesia students supporting the kiosk operators. The station was closed for security reasons and passengers were suggested to avoid the station, using Pondok Cina Station and University of Pancasila Station as alternates.
Shipyard Workers' Strike in Batam
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On Wednesday (May 29) hundreds of workers from PT Bandar Abadi in Tanjunguncang held a strike suspending operations in the shipyard. They demanded the company to committ to pay wages in accordance with the Sectoral Minimum Wage (UMS) of Rp 2.182 million per month and overtime payment Rp 12,600 per hour.
Residents Demonstrate in Sorong Airport, West Papua
On Wednesday morning (May 29) at around 1120hrs residents held a demonstration at Omine Eduard Osok Airport in Sorong, West Papua. Flight schedules were disrupted as residents held the demonstration on the runway. They demanded land compensation settlement payments.
Airport Blockage in Dobo, Maluku
On Monday (May 27) at around 0300hrs a number of people led by the village chief and traditional leaders closed the Rar Gwamar airport in Dobo, Aru Islands, Maluku. They opposed a plan by the Attorney General and the Police to arrest the Aru Regent who was allegedly involved in corruption. Demonstrators placed empty drums and palm leaves as symbols of their tribal areas in the runway. As a result, several flights were delayed. The airport was reopened at around 0630hrs on Monday, but only on Thursday morning (May 30) the airport and flight activities had returned to normal according to security authorities. The Aru Regent was finally arrested on Wednesday afternoon (May 29) while in the VIP lounge of Rar Gwamar airport.
Clashes in Wamena, Papua, Two People Killed
OnMay 30 at around 0745hrs two communities/tribes clashed in Wamena, Papua, for about two hours. They attacked each other using sharp weapons and arrows. At least two people were killed and twenty people were injured in the tribal war. The clash was believed to be the result of the death of a member of the local parliament of Ndunga regency in Sentani who was persecuted by three residents of Mafunduma on Wednesday (May 29) at around 1500hrs, which later resulted in a clash at around 1630hrs on the same day. The perpetrators suspected that the legislator killed one of their relatives who worked as a General Head of Wamena district.
VIOLENT CRIME INCIDENTS
ATM Robbery in Bali
On Thursday (May 2) at around 0530hrs a robbery occurred at an ATM on Imam Bonjol street Denpasar. The victim was about to take the money when the suspect threatened and assaulted the victim with sharp weapons. The suspect took the money of 2.5 million belonging to the victim.
Taxi Robbery by Subjects Posing as Police
On Friday (May 5) at around 0500hrs a foreigner boarded a taxi from Jl. Jaksa, Central Jakarta, enroute to Apartment Gate Way, Ciledug Tangerang. The victim was taken to Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, and after reaching a quiet area three subjects approached the taxi and identified them- selves as Police officers and asked the victim to give his passport and money. The victim handed over his Passport, US 3,500 Dollar and two hand phones. One of the suspects struck the victim in the face.
Thugs Shoot TNI Member at Makassar, South Sulawesi
On Friday (May 5) at around 0030hrs a group of thugs in Makassar, South Sulawesi shot at a member of the army. The victim was wounded in the right arm. The case occurred at Jl. Perintis Kemerdekaan KM 12, Makassar. The shooting occurred after the victim and his partner fought with the group of thugs.
Mugging on Train
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On Sunday afternoon (May 5) a passenger of Tanah Abang-Serpong KRL (electric train) was mugged by three young men from Duri, Jakarta. Two subjects were arrested and one managed to escape.
Two Military Members Attacked by Group of Youth
On Sunday (May 5) at around 1000hrs a group of youths attacked two military members at a min- imarket on Jalan Seturan, Yogyakarta. The victims reminded four people from the youth group that did not want to pay the deficiency money when at the checkout, but they refused and had a fight that injured those members of the military.
Robbery in Senayan, Jakarta
On Tuesday early morning (May 7) a man become a victim of a robbery and stabbing near a golf course in Senayan, South Jakarta. The robber made off with his cell phone. The victim is in critical condition and hospitalized.
Posing as Intel Beaten Up by Citizens in Makassar, South Sulawesi
On Tuesday (May 7) in the early morning, a citizen Jalan Daeng Regge Lorong IV posing as Intelejen Markas Besar (Mabes), was assaulted by onlookers at Jalan Mangonsidi, Makassar South Sulawesi. The suspect who was posing as a member of Intel intended to disperse the on- lookers, who were part of motorcycle group. The suspect also was beaten by central community service officer (SPK) Polsekta Makassar, because the suspect tried to escape. Evidence confis- cated included an air soft gun and membership card of the Indonesian shooters association. (Perbakin)
Robbery in Casablanca Tunnel, South Jakarta
On Tuesday (May 7) at around 1320hrs a woman riding a motorcycle was robbed by two people riding a motorcycle in the tunnel of Casablanca, Karet Kuningan, Setiabudi, South Jakarta. The robber made off with the victim’s bag containing Rp 10.4 million in cash, two hand phones, bank cards, and her motorcycle vehicle registration.
13 Year-Old Shot by Motorcycle Thieves in Depok
On Tuesday (May 7) at around 1840hrs a 13-year-old boy who interrupted an attempt of stealing a motorcycle in front of his house in Kampung Cikupa, Sukmajaya, Depok, was shot by the thief. He shouted and ran out when he heard the sound of a motorcycle turned on, and the thief shot his thigh.
Journalist Stabbed by Motorcycle Gang in Makassar
On Thursday (May 9) at around 0440hrs two journalists returning home after work were attacked by a motorcycle gang on Jalan Urip Sumoharjo, Makassar, South Sulawesi. One of the victims was stabbed in the thigh. The victims lost their camera and hand phone. The violent action and wild racing is still commonly held by motorcycle gangs.
Brimob Member Dies Following Attack by Group In Medan, North Sumatera
On Friday (May 10) at around 0300hrs a Brimob member returning home after work died following attack by a group of people in Medan. The victim was found by residents with blood stains on his clothing on Jalan Sei Serayu, Medan. The victim lost a motorcycle and hand phone.
Attempted Bank Robbery
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On Friday (May 10) at around 1320hrs three people using weapons tried to rob a bank in Maukek, South Aceh District, but did not obtain any money. During their escape the three suspects had opened fire on police.
Abduction by Gunmen in Aceh
On Friday (May 10) at around 0500hrs a security guard was kidnapped by a number of gunmen at his home in North Aceh District, Aceh. The suspects stole cash worth Rp. 19 million. The motive for the abduction is not yet known.
Murder in Deli Serdang, North Sumatera
On Sunday (May 12) at around 0400hrs, a family of 3 persons became victim of robbery and mur- der in Suka Mulia Hilir village, Namorambe, Deli Serdang, North Sumatera. The victims died by sharp objects. The perpetrator stole Rp 5 million and jewelry. Police are still investigating this case.
Member of TNI AD Attacked By Thug in Bintan
On Sunday (May 12) in the early morning a member of TNI AD was attacked by 15 thugs in a night club parking area of Suka Berenang, Tanjung Pinang, Batam. The victim was injured by sharp weapons. After the assault the thugs fled leaving the injured victim. Police are trying to hunt down the suspects.
Robbery in Lhokseumawe, Aceh
On Monday (May 13) at around 1600hrs a van was shot at by armed robbers at Jl. Negara Medan, Blang Panyang, Lhokseumawe, Aceh but the robbery failed because the victim fought back. The victim was injured being struck by a blunt object.
Rental Car Owner Robbed in Bekasi
On Monday evening (May 13) two men robbed an owner of a car rental in Bantargebang, Bekasi, stealing his car. A perpetrator came to rent a car and a second man entered the car. Then they threatened the victim with knife, tied him and dropped him on the side of the road.
Thieves Attacked By Residents During Attempted Robbery
On Wednesday (May 15) in the early morning, two thieves attempted to steal a motorcycle in a boarding house area of Banyu Urip Wetan Surabaya. Local residents caught and beat the thieves. The angry residents then burned the suspect‘s motorcycle.
Robbery in East Jakarta, One Victim Dead
On Friday (May 17) at around 0130hrs three men robbed a resident on the west side of East Flood Canal (BKT) in Cakung, East Jakarta. The perpetrators stole the victim’s hand phone and stabbed the victim in the abdomen, back and neck when he fought back. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Motorcycle Robbery in East Jakarta
On Friday (May 17) at around 0200hrs two robbers made off with a motorcycle owned by a resi- dent which was parked at his home in Kampung Rawabadung, Jatinegara sub-district, Cakung district, East Jakarta. The robbers shot the owner who chased them as they fled the scene. The owner is being treated in the hospital with a gunshot wound.
Robberies in Bekasi
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On Friday morning (May 17) two men broke into a house in Perumahan Sakura Regency, Jatiasih, Bekasi Town, and threatened the occupants with a screwdriver. The suspects bound the victims and stole valuables worth Rp.70 Million.
Truck Robbery in Bekasi
On Saturday (May 18) at around 0500hrs a group of robbers armed with knives robbed a plastic ore truck on the Jakarta-Cikampek toll road, Wangun Harja, Cikarang Bekasi Regency. They infil- trated the truck when the driver stopped for a break, and then bound and abandoned the driver near the Cikarang toll gate. Robbers seized money of Rp. 2.5 million the driver’s, wallet and pa- pers for the vehicle.
Robbery at School in Bekasi
On Saturday, early morning (18 May) four armed robbers with machete robbed a school in Suka Makmur, Sukakarya, Bekasi Regency. They wounded a security guard and took 11 computers, money from a safe, and a number of documents.
Resident Killed By Members of Motorcycle Gangs in Semarang
On Saturday (May 19) at around 0300hrs motorcycle gang members attacked a local resident near Jalan Gajah Mungkur South, Semarang, Central Java. The victim died on the spot due to injuries to his head. The victim and 4 friends had warned the gang members that they were making too much noise with their motorcycles. A security guard tried to break up the attack but to no avail. Three perpetrators were arrested by the Police.
Burglary at Pondok Aren, South Tangerang
On Sunday (May 19) in the morning two people robbed a house in Jalan Haji Boom, Pondok Pucung, Pondok Aren, South Tangerang. The thief knocked on the door, then threatened the own- er with gun and machete when the victim opened the door. The suspect fled with cash worth Rp. 10 million and jewelry worth Rp. 100 million.
Robbery at Ice Cream Warehouse in Pekanbaru Riau
On Monday (May 20) at around 0400hrs five thieves broke into an Ice Cream Warehouse on Jalan Soekarno Hatta, Pekanbaru Riau. The suspects stole a car, laptop, and money worth Rp 1.2 mil- lion, but failed to open a safe containing warehouse fund of Rp 200 million. Police are still investi- gating this case.
Robberies in Bengkong, Riau
On Tuesday early morning (May 21) a group of thieves broke into a US Company at Greentown Complex, Bengkong, and stole around Rp. 350 Million from the safe. The suspect destroyed the CCTV system then disassembled the safe in the Manager’s room on the second floor.
Robbery at Motorcycle Showroom in Depok
On Tuesday (21 May) at around 1200hrs four thieves stole a Kawasaki Ninja Motorcycle from a Motorcycle Showroom on Jalan Serab Raya, Jati Mulya, Cilodong, Depok. The perpetrators were armed and threatened one victim in the showroom. Police are still hunting several suspects.
Resident Attacked by Motorcycle Gang in Medan, North Sumatera
On Wednesday (May 22) at around 0300hrs a resident was victim of violence by a motorcycle gang in Jalan Yos Sudarso, Glugur Medan. North Sumatera. Twelve suspects seized the victim's motorcycle and wallet. The victim tried to fight back and was stabbed. The suspect escaped.
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Journalist Attacked by Student in Central Jakarta
On Wednesday afternoon (May 22) students demonstrating in front of the State Palace beat up a Journalist who was covering the demonstration when the journalist continued to photograph the demonstration. The victim received minor injuries and his camera was damaged by the incident.
Robbery in East Jakarta
On Thursday (May 23) at around 0230hrs two thieves stole two motorcycles in front of an Internet Cafe, on Jalan Pendidikan, Duren Sawit, Jakarta Timur. The perpetrators were armed and opened fire on the victims who witnessed the thefts. The suspects escaped.
Robbery in Depok
On Thursday (May 23) at around 0200hrs several robbers armed with pistols and machetes robbed a family in a house at Harjamukti, Cimanggis, Depok, West Java. The robbers locked up the family members in two different rooms and made off with gold, electronic items and money which are estimated to be worth Rp 55 million.
Police Officer Killed in East Jakarta
On Friday (May 24) at around 1530hrs a police member of Polda Metro Jaya was killed in his home on Jalan Husen,Pulogadung, East Jakarta. The victim was shot in the head and appeared to be a case of suicide. The police are investigating the cause further.
Bank Manager Shot in Palu
On Friday (May 24) at around 2200hrs two unidentified persons intercepted and shot the main branch manager of BRI Palu while driving his car on Jalan Suprapto, Besusu Tengah, East Palu, Central Sulawesi. The perpetrators then fled. The victim was hospitalized due to his injuries. Police are still investigating the motive and identity of the perpetrators.
Robbery in Medan
On Sunday morning (May 26) a group of robbers wearing helmets locked up and robbed the occu- pants of a house in Taman Setia Budi Indah, Medan Sunggal, Medan, North Sumatra. The perpe- trators made off with gold jewelry and cash of approximately Rp 10 million.
Robberies in Lhokseumawe, Aceh
On Wednesday (May 29) at around 1100hrs thieves broke into a car owned by the Owner of Palm North Aceh, who was parking on Jalan T Hamzah Desa Mongeudong, Banda Sakti Lhokseumawe. The suspect stole around Rp. 39.5 Million. Police are still investigating this case.
Shooting in Bekasi, West Java
On Friday (May 31) at around 200hrs unidentified persons shot and killed the younger brother of The Young Kei (AMKEI) who was in a stall on Jalan Raya Titian Indah RT 03/011 Kalibaru, Medan satria, Bekasi Kota. A nearby coffee trader was also killed in the shooting. The suspects used motorcycle to escape. Police are still conducting an investigation into the case.
Assaults in Student Dormitory, in Makassar
On Friday (May 31) the Student Dormitory at Bantaeng was attacked by dozens of unidentified people, allegedly students from other areas on Jalan Talasalapang, Rappocini, Makassar. The dormitories were badly damaged. The students attacked each other with bows, stones and Molotov cocktails. The number of casualties is not yet known from this incident. Police are still investigating the cause.
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NON-VIOLENT CRIME INCIDENTS
Theft at Canadian Tourist’s Villa in Bali
On Saturday (May 4) a theft occurred in a villa on Jalan Tegal Cupek I, North Kuta, Badung, Bali, inhabited by a Canadian tourist. The theft happened when the villa was empty. The thieves took the victim’s laptop and hand phone. Last week a robbery and rape against an Australian tourist also occurred in the same region. Badung Police is still investigating the case.
Theft from Polri Member’s Car
On Monday (May 13) at night a car belonging to a Polri Member was broken into by a burglar near the restaurants on Jalan Alternatif Cibubur, Bekasi. Cash in the amount of Rp.50 million and other valuables were taken. The police are still investigating this case.
Motorcycles Stolen In East Jakarta
On Wednesday (May 15) at around 0200hrs thieves attempted to steal a motorcycle at a game center on Jalan Jatinegara III, East Jakarta. When the victims and some local people chased the perpetrators, the perpetrators then shot at the locals and escaped.
Baby Sitter Kidnaps Baby in Yogyakarta
On Monday (May 20) a baby sitter kidnapped a one year old baby and demanded a ransom of Rp 270 million from the baby’s parents. The perpetrator had only worked for two weeks and threat- ened to sell the baby in Batam if the ransom was not paid. The parents reported to the police and the police arrested the perpetrator and her friend in Mertoyudan district, Magelang, on Tuesday morning (May 21), and the baby was safely returned to the parents.
Counterfeit Money Found In Hotel Room, East Jakarta
On Wednesday (May 23) at around 1000hrs, rooms personnel at Hotel Fiducia in Jalan Otista Raya, Jatinegara, found money making materials for US $100 bills while cleaning the room aban- doned by occupants on Wednesday at around 0600hrs. In addition to the manufacturing materi- als/stock, police officers found $24,000 in $100 denominations ready to be used. The suspects are believed to be from Oman. The police are investigating this case.
Sugar Smuggling in Batam
On Thursday (May 23) at around 0500hrs a Customs patrol of Tanjung Balai Karimun, Riau Is- lands stopped a boat in the waters of Ujung Tanjung Singkuang allegedly carrying 400 ton of sugar smuggled from Malaysia to Batam. When asked to stop, two speedboats which were escorting the boat fought back against the Customs patrol using weapons. Two crew members reportedly were injured in the shootout.
Theft in East Ciputat, Tangerang
On Friday (May 24) a group of thieves pried open a window and entered a house in Jalan Perkutut Bintaro Complex, East Ciputat district, South Tangerang City. The thieves made off with jewelry in a safe deposit box with value approximately Rp 1.5 billion.
Theft At Soekarno Hatta Airport
On Saturday (May 25) at around 1330hrs thieves broke into the suitcase of an Indonesian passenger arriving from the U.S in the baggage at terminal II, International Arrivals. The victim found two suitcases were already opened, and lost a bag containing Rp 15 Million and other valuables. Kapolres Soekarno Hatta Airport is still investigating the case.
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Ship Carrying Diesel Fuel Seized in West Kalimantan
On Monday (May 27) at around 1600hrs a boat carrying 5.6 tons of diesel was seized in Kubu Raya, West Kalimantan by the Water Police Unit of West Kalimantan. Police arrested the Captain and a crew (ABK). The solar/diesel fuel was not transported with valid documents from SPBU.
Theft in an Electronics Store in Batam
On Wednesday (May 29) at around 0320hrs a group of thieves broke into an electronics and furniture store in the Complex of Commercial Centre 1-3, Anggrek Sari, Batam Centre. They made off with 16 units of various sizes LED TVs from the display window. Store employees residing on the second floor and the complex security guards were not aware of the thefts, but the thefts were recorded on the store’s CCTV. Police are investigating.
Attempted Theft of Rental Car in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta
On Tuesday (May 28) Polsek Kemayoran, Central Jakarta arrest a resident posing as National Narcotics Agency (BNN) and Jendral adjutant rank of Captain, who was trying to depart with an Alphard. Along the way the suspect accused the rental car driver for carrying drugs and handcuffed the driver abandoning him at a shopping security station, with the reason to later report to superiors. Then the perpetrators attempted to steal and sell the car.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND FIRE INCIDENTS
Floods in Jakarta
On Wednesday night (May 1) certain roads and areas in Jakarta were flooded after heavy rains hit Jakarta. Severe traffic jams occurred at several locations until Thursday early morning (May 2nd), including main roads in the city. The highest standing water was in Tendean Road, South Jakarta, which reached up to 50 cm and in the area of Pondok Jaya Prapatan Mampang, South Jakarta, which reached 100 cm. Several other areas in South Jakarta were flooded to between 20-30 cm. The Krukut embankment in Jalan Canadiyanti, Pela Mampang, Mampang Prapatan, collapsed at around 1900hrs causing some roads impassable by vehicles as they were inundated by floods as deep as 1 meter. Floods with depth 80-100 cm occurred in Poncol Jaya, West Kuningan, South Jakarta, inundating about 200 houses. In West Jakarta, standing water was reported 30-50 cm deep in some streets and residential locations.
Earthquake in Sumatra
On Friday (May 3) at around 0240hrs a 5.5 magnitude earthquake hit the West Coast region of North Sumatra. The epicenter is 510km Northwest Simeulue with depth of 65km. There were no reports of casualties and damage.
Fire in East Jakarta
On Sunday (May 5) at around 1430hrs fire hit Kampung Pulo, Jatinegara, East Jakarta. The fire occurred in a crowded residential area and burned 75 houses. The fire was thought to have started in an empty house. Around 30 fire engines were deployed and the fire was extinguished at around 1730hrs. There were no casualties in the fire. Residents who lost their homes were evacuated to a nearby school.
Factory Fire in Semarang
On Tuesday (May 7) at around 2000hrs fire engulfed two buildings of a factory in Semarang, Cen- tral Java. Firefighters took about three hours to extinguish the fire. Dozens of fire trucks were de- ployed. Police estimated the fire was caused by an electrical short circuit. The fire spread rapidly due to chemicals in the factory warehouse.
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Fire at Car Paint Workshop in Batam
On Thursday (9 May) at around 1930hrs a car paint workshop burned in Tanjung Trisakti, Seipanas area, Batam. The fire was extinguished by four fire trucks an hour later. At least three cars were burned and a workshop owner died. The cause of the fire was suspected to be due to leakage of a gas cylinder.
Flooding of Mahakam River
On Friday (May 10) at around 1600hrs the height of the flooding of the Mahakam river reached 2-3 meters. Thousands of homes in 12 villages in Muara Kaman District, Kutai Kartanegara, East Kalimatan, were inundated and residents were evacuated.
Flooding In Singkil, Aceh
Continuing Sunday (May 12) the entire settlement in Singkil District, Aceh, Singkil, Sumatera, was flooded. This is the worst flooding on record with at least 4.000 residents of Nagan Raya District isolated since Friday (10 May). Floods inundated about 6 districts at Aceh Singkil. Food aid and logistics for refugees can’t pass through the flooded streets.
Landslide Buries Two People in West Java
On Monday (May 13) at around 0930hrs a landslide occurred from Kebon Kopi hill, Sindangpala Village, Banjaran District, Majalengka, West Java, which buried two farmers and at least two hec- tares of rice fields, as well as closing the Cipamarakan river. A landslide occurred in 2003 in the same location.
Fire in West Jakarta, a Grandmother Dead
On Tuesday (May 14) at around 1500hrs fire struck a densely populated area in Kembangan, West Jakarta. A 78-year-old grandmother died and at least 15 of wooden houses were burned. The fire was extinguished at around 1630hrs.
5.8 Magnitude Earthquake in Aceh
On Wednesday (May 15) at around 0218hrs a 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck Aceh. The epi- center was located at 409 kilometers southwest of Simeulue with a depth of 10 kilometers. No re- ports of casualties or losses have been reported.
Fire in Plastics Factory in West Jakarta
On Wednesday (May 15) at around 0505hrs a plastics factory, in Kali Deres Jakarta Barat caught fire. At least 28 fire trucks were deployed to the location and extinguished the fire. The police are still investigating the cause and loss due to the fire.
Fire in Office Building in Cikini, Center Jakarta
On Thursday (May 16) at around 0030hrs an office building on Jalan Cikini III No. 8 Center Jakar- ta, caught fire. Two fire trucks were deployed to the location and extinguished the fire. The cause of the fire is not yet known. The police are still investigating.
Fire in Donggala, Central Sulawesi
On Thursday (May 16) at around 1230hrs fire struck some buildings on Jalan Mutiara, Boya, Banawa in Donggala Central Sulawesi. The fire was suspected to have originated from a ware- house owned by a resident. There were no casualties.
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Fire in Medan, Two Children Killed
On Friday (May 17) at around 2100hrs a fire occurred at a house on Jalan Pendidikan, Medan, North Sumatra, killing two children who were trapped inside.
Fire in Makassar Hospital
On Sunday (May 19) at around 0300hrs fire broke out in the administration building of a hospital in Makassar, South Sulawesi. A number of patients were evacuated temporarily to a safer place. Three fire trucks and hospital staff managed to extinguish the fire. There were no casualties in the incident.
Fires in Bekasi
On Sunday (May 19) at around 1430hrs fire struck a house of laundry services in Perumahan Ta- man Galaxy, Bekasi. Two people suffered burns and three houses were destroyed. The fire was allegedly caused by explosion of an LPG gas cylinder.
Flooding In Grogol, West Jakarta
On Monday (May 20) info from TMC Polda Metro Jaya advised flood waters were as high as 20 cm in front of the Trisakti University at Grogol, West Jakarta.
Fire in Ambon
On Tuesday (May 21) at around 0300hrs hundreds of stores were burned at Pasar Medika Ambon. It is not yet known whether there were casualties in the incident but losses are expected to be bil- lions of Rupiah.
Fire in Makassar
On Tuesday (May 21) at around 1230hrs a fire broke out in Makassar Trade Center (MTC) Karebosi, Makassar. At least 25 fire engines were deployed to extinguish the fire. There were no casualties in the fire.
Fire in Padang Panjang, West Sumatera
On Wednesday (May 22) at around 0430hrs a fire occurred in Kota Padang Panjang Market, West Sumatera. At least 10 fire trucks were deployed to extinguish the fire. There were no casualties but losses were estimated to be billions of Rupiah.
Earthquake in Maluku
On Saturday (May 25) 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Maluku. The quake epicenter was 184 kilometers south-east of Southwest Maluku with a depth of 13 kilometers. No casualties and losses were reported.
Fire In West Jakarta
On Tuesday (May 28) at around 0130hrs a fire occurred in an empty building at Hayam Wuruk, West Jakarta. At least 22 fire trucks were deployed to extinguish the fire. There were no casualties.
Fire in Karawang, West Java
On Thursday (May 30) fire struck a scrap warehouse and five nearby houses made of wood, in the urban area of Karawang regency, West Java. The warehouse was used to store cardboard and
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Fire in Menteng Pulo, South Jakarta
On Thursday (May 30) at around 2045hrs a fire occurred in a residential area of Subur Ujung, Menteng Pulo, Setiabudi, South Jakarta.
Fire in Depok, West Java
On Thursday (May 30) at around 2200hrs a fire occured involving hundreds of kiosks in Pasar Cisalak, Cimanggis, Depok. At least 15 fire trucks were deployed to extinguish the fire. There were no casualties but losses were estimated to be billions of Rupiah.
INDUSTRIAL AND TRANSPORTATION INCIDENT
Cessna Crash on Landing in Pangandaran, West Java
On Friday (May 5) at around 0815hrs a Cessna training aircraft belonging to the Pilot Academy of Bandung, overshot the runway at Nusawiru airport, Pangandaran, West Java. The plane crashed into a drainage ditch and flipped upside down. The pilot was taken to hospital.
Speedboat Carrying Indonesian Workers Sinks in Johor Baru
On Thursday (May 2) at around 1800hrs a speedboat carrying 50 Indonesian Workers (TKI) from Kota Tinggi Johor Bahru Malaysia to Batam sank in the waters of Malaysia approximately 5 miles from the beach. Local police evacuated the Indonesian workers who survived. Five people are still missing.
Training Aircraft Lands Upside-down at Pondok Cabe, Tangerang
On Saturday (May 4) at around 1030hrs a Husky type training aircraft with registration number L 0108 crashed on landing at the Pondok Cabe airport, South Tangerang. The plane came to a stop outside the runway and inverted. There were no casualties in the incident.
Garuda Airlines Damaged
On Monday (May 6) Garuda Indonesia Airlines flight GA 291 damaged a wheel on landing causing delays until the following day. Departure was to be at 1100hrs from Malang, East Java to Jakarta. After four hours waiting Garuda Airlines offered passengers Rp 300,000 vouchers as compensa- tion.
Cargo Plane Burned in Papua
On Wednesday (May 8) at around 1145hrs a cargo aircraft British Aerospace (BAE)-146 operated by Nusantara Air Charter (NAC) with registration number PK YKC, caught fire while loading and unloading the goods at the airport of Wamena, Papua. The aircraft which has flight route Sentani- Wamena had landed normally at 1139hrs. The cause of the fire is suspected due to a fuel drum that fell from a forklift on the side of the aircraft. There were no casualties in the incident.
Passenger Boat Burned in South Kalimantan
On Wednesday (May 8) at around 1115hrs a passenger boat exploded and caught fire near the Port of Panjang, Kotabaru, South Kalimantan, about 350 kilometers south-east of the city of Ban- jarmasin. Seven people were reported dead and several injured people were taken to the hospital. The cause of the fire is still unknown.
Fokker Aircraft Crash in Lampung
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On Saturday (May 11) at around 1130hrs an aircraft used to spread fertilizer crashed at a planta- tion field in Kampung Sidang Gunung Tiga, Rawajitu, Mesuji, Lampung, killing the pilot. The air- craft crashed during take off.
Boat Accident in Batam
On Thursday (May 16) at around 1000hrs a motor boat from Dabo Singkep, Lingga regency struck a reef in the waters of the Tajur Biru, Senayang, on the way to the Port of Telaga Punggur, Batam. There were no casualties in that incident. About 70 passengers were successfully evacuated to another boat to continue their trip to Batam. The cause of the accident was allegedly due to bad weather.
Ferry Adrift in the Waters of Wawonii, Southeast Sulawesi
On Thursday evening (May 16) a motor boat with about 100 passengers aboard suffered a broken rudder in the waters of Wawonii, Konawe Islands, about 30 miles from the port of Kendari. The boat departed from Wanci, Wakatobi towards Kendari. A SAR team was deployed to evacuate the passengers.
Sriwijaya Aircraft Delayed in Tanjungpinang, Riau
On Tuesday (May 21) at around 0830hrs a Sriwijaya Aircraft enroute Tanjungpinang to Jakarta suffered a delayed departure at Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport, Tanjungpinang, Kepulauan Riau, due to the unexpected deployment of the emergency stairs. As the deployment of the stairs prevented the aircraft door from closing the flight was delayed.
Tanker Vessel Burned in Sungai Musi, Palembang
On Friday (May 24) a tanker boat carrying solar/diesel fuel caught fire in Sungai Musi, in front of the Es Assegaf factory, Tanggatakat, Seberang Ulu II, Palembang, South Sumatra. The fire start- ed during transfer of solar between tanks. One person suffered burns.
Train Derailment in Batang, Central Java
On Thursday (May 30) at around 0552hrs the train from Malang to Jakarta derailed at Km 54 be- tween Pelabuhan station - Kuripan, Batang, Central Java. The back of the 10-car train derailed but there were no passengers in that section. The incident caused five trains and freight trains from Weleri station, Kaliwungu, and Sragi to be delayed. There were no casualties in this incident.
Cargo Aircraft Crash on Landing in Wamena, Papua
On Friday (May 31) at around 0700hrs a Cargo Aircraft belonging PT. Deraya Air Services overshot the runaway at Wamena airport. The plane crashed due to the position of the aircraft at the time of landing too far to the left. The wheels ran off the runway and onto the grass. The airport was closed during the evacuation process. There were no casualties in this incident.
DRUG AND NARCO-TERRORISM INCIDENTS AND ISSUES
Police Find a Methamphetamine Factory in Villa Melati Mas Serpong
On Thursday (May 2) the police's Drug Enforcement Directorate Reserse Metro Jaya, raided a methamphetamine factory in the Villa Melati Mas, BSD Serpong, Tangerang. The Police seized 1 kilo of meth and 10 kilos of precursor materials. This home has been thought to be producing meth for approximately one year. The police arrested the owner of the house and are still looking for others involved.
Drug Dealer Arrested in Bali
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On Saturday (May 4) Badung Police, Bali, arrested three suspected drug dealers for possession of methamphetamine when police conducted a raid at the entrance to Terminal Mengwi. Police found meth weighing at 132.9 grams with a price of Rp 264 million under the front seat of a food carrying truck.
Marijuana Party in the Thousand Islands
On Sunday morning (May 5) police arrested at least 15 tourists holding a marijuana party at Tidung Island, Thousand Islands. Police received a report from the local community at around 0100hrs. From the arrest police seized 4 rolled marijuana cigarettes and are investigating two guides of the tourist group.
Drug Users Are Shot at Central Jakarta
On Monday (6 May) at around 0400hrs four drugs users were shot by Central Jakarta police offic- ers, because they were resisting arrest over the capture of weapons belonging to the police. The event took place in front of Sarinah shopping center, Central Jakarta. Police arrested two of four suspects.
Marijuana Arrest
On Monday afternoon (May 6) Metro Jaya Police arrested two owners of dried marijuana on Jalan Raya Bambu Apus, Cipayung, East Jakarta. The police seized one crate of dried marijuana with estimated weight of 400 kilos.
TNI Member Arrested for Drugs
On Saturday (May 11) at around 1830hrs the police arrested a TNI member and his female com- panion in possession of drugs at a hotel on Jalan Raya Jembatan Tiga, Penjaringan, North Jakar- ta. The police seized one FN firearm, one Revolver, and a bong.
Singapore Citizen Brings Methamphetamine Through Batam
On Monday (May 13) a citizen of Singapore traveling to Jakarta was arrested at Hang Nadim Air- port, Batam, Riau, in possession of methamphetamine. The officer arrested the suspect when passing the through the airport scanning equipment.
Two Students Arrested as Meth Couriers in Aceh Besar
On Tuesday (May 14) at around 1500hrs two High School students suspected as meth couriers were arrested by the Narcotics Unit of Polres Aceh Besar in Nusa Village, Lhoknga District, Aceh Besar. A third subject managed to escape.
Police Raid Home Manufacturing Ecstasy in Medan
On Friday morning (May 17) police raided a house used to manufacture ecstasy in Jalan Mangkubumi and another location in Medan, North Sumatra. Police arrested a total of eleven peo- ple in these two raids and confiscated at least 600 ecstasy pills, chemicals, dozens of cell phones, an air soft gun, and other items. Police are still hunting several other suspects.
Smuggling Marijuana in Aceh
On Wednesday (May 22) at around 1700hrs two meth couriers were arrested by a Team of Drug Reserse Polres Gayo Luwes, Aceh in Desa Kenyaran, Pantan Cuaca, Gayo Luwes District. The team managed to disrupt the smuggling of 170 kilograms of Marijuana.
Police Arrested In North Sumatra
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On Wednesday (May 22) two police members and four civilians were arrested by Directorate Reserse Narcotics Officers Polda North Sumatra at Complex Puri, Rantau Prapat, Labuhan Batu, North Sumatra. Police found meth weighing 1,66 grams and a bong. The police are investigating this case.
Drug Dealers Arrested In Southeast Sulawesi
On Sunday (May 26) at around 0900hrs drug dealers were arrested by The Police Narcotics Unit Kendari in Jalan R Suprapto, Punggolaka, Mandoga, Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi. Police sized seven large packs of Shabu, each pack containing 7 grams of heroin.
Pregnant Woman arrested in Surabaya
On Monday (May 27) a pregnant woman traveling to Jakarta, was arrested by security officers at Juanda International Airport, Surabaya. The suspect was transporting heroin weighing 3,3 kilograms. Investigation by National Narcotics Agency (BNNP) East Java, identified the suspect as the wife of a Nigerian citizen who is living in Singapore.
Member of DPRD Arrested In Bandar Lampung
On Saturday (May 25) a DPRD Member and three others traveling to Jakarta were arrested by Polres South lampung conducting a raid in Bakauheni Port Lampung. Police found a firearm FN type, two knives, air gun (air softgun) and a package of shabu weighing 0.9 grams in their car.
Director of BUMD Tuba Arrested in Lampung
On Monday afternoon (May 27) the Director of BUMD Tuba and a resident who was allegedly a drug dealer were arrested by the National Narcotics Agency Provinsi Lampung (BNNP) in a house in Menggala, Tulang Bawang. Police found three packages of 30 grams of heroin, one small package of dried marijuana and three bongs.
Smuggling Methamphetamine in Padang, West Sumatera
On Sunday (May 26) a courier of heroin was arrested at Minangkabau International Airport by Cus- toms and Excise officer Teluk Bayur, Padang, West Sumatera. The suspect carried 2.8 Kilos of meth from the Philippines through Malaysia. Police are still investigating the case further.
Principal Arrested in Tangerang Banten
On Wednesday (May 22) at around 0700hrs a school headmaster was arrested for possession of methamphetamine by Police Officers in Tangerang, on Jalan Raya Asahan Perumnas 1, Tangerang City, Banten. Police found meth weighing 0.5 grams and a bong inside the suspect’s car.
Marijuana Dealer Arrested in Tangerang
On Monday Night (May 27) three marijuana dealers were arrested by Polsek Cilandak South Ja- karta at Setu, South Tangerang. Police sized 64 kilos of dried marijuana originating from Aceh. Police are still investigating the case further.
SECURITY AUHORITIES RESPONSE INCIDENTS
Two Robbers Shot Dead in Garut
On Wednesday (May 1) at around 1945hrs two armed robbers were shot dead by the Garut police in the Tarogong Kidul district, Garut, West Java, as they were trying to escape arrest. Both men are members of a syndicate of armed robbers who have committed robberies in the Tarogong
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Kidul and Karangpawitan. Police seized a motorcycle, a revolver, sharp weapons and other equipment. Police are still pursuing two other subjects.
Police Arrest Online Bookies in Medan
On Wednesday (May 1) at around 2100hrs IT and Cyber Crime Unit of the Police arrested two suspects of an online gambling network in Medan, North Sumatera. The suspects were believed to have been operating for more than a year with turnover reaching billions of rupiah.
Police Arrest Robbers in Serdang Bedagai North Sumatera
On Tuesday (30 April) the North Sumatera Regional Police arrested three suspects of a bank rob- bery in Serdang Bedagai, Teluk Mengkudu, North Sumatera which occurred on the 16th of April. Those three suspects were arrested in different locations. Police are pursuing several other sus- pects.
Factory Workers Confined in Banten
On Friday afternoon (May 3) the Police with the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KONTRAS) released about 30 factory workers who had been locked in a frying pan fac- tory in Kampung Bayur Opak, Lebak village, Tangerang, Banten. They were allegedly forced to work from 0600hrs until midnight without salary and only given two meals. It was reported that they wore clothes for months so many of them had skin disease. The guards allegedly treated them like slaves who were forced to work despite being sick and if they tried to escape they would be ac- cused of stealing or as drug users. The factory owner has been detained by the police for investi- gation.
Police Arrest Motorcycle Thieves in Genta Batuaji, Batam
On Tuesday (7 May) at early morning police and citizens arrested four suspects over the theft of a motorcycle. Four suspects were attempting to resist and escape. But the action failed by Police and citizens.
Police Arrest Head of Motorcycle Gang in Makassar
On Friday (May 10) at around 1020hrs Reserse Mobile Member (Resmob) of Polrestabes Makas- sar arrested a resident of Jl. Lasuloro Dalam II, Number 24, Antang Manggala, Makassar. The man is alleged to be one of the heads of a motorcycle gang in Makassar. The police are continuing to solve cases of violence by motorcycle gangs in Makassar.
Illegal Immigrants Arrested in Bali
On Sunday (May 12) at around 0500hrs patrol officers from Polair Polda Bali seized a fishing boat carrying 100 immigrants from the Middle East, in the waters of South Bali. They were believed to be seeking asylum in Australia. The police are still investigating together with the immigration au- thorities.
Head of Motorcycle Gang Arrested in Pekanbaru
On Thursday (May 9) at around 1430hrs Pekanbaru Police arrested the head of a motorcycle gang who had long been hiding from the police at the former warehouse complex of Riau Main Stadium, Panam, Tampan district, Pekanbaru, Riau. The police are still pursuing other members of the gang.
TNI Member Stopped Assault by Motorcycle Gang in Makassar
On Sunday (May 12) a motorcycle gang assault was foiled by a TNI member of Korem 142 who was passing Jalan Urip Sumoharjo, Makassar, South Sulawesi. At that time he saw a resident of
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BTN Pepabri Suding had been attacked by a motorcycle gang. The TNI member arrested one of the suspects, while the others managed to escape.
The Owner of Counterfeit Money Arrested in Jatinegara, East Jakarta
On Monday early morning (May 20) a building worker was arrested after buying a mobile phone under the bridge of Jatinegara, Rawa Bunga, Jatinegara, East Jakarta. The seller was suspicious about the money used to make the purchase and reported to the Metro Jatinegara Police. The po- lice seized 174 counterfeit bills in denominations of Rp. 100 thousand.
Police Raid Illegal Gas Distillery in Batam
On Wednesday afternoon (May 29) Batu Ampar Police and officers from Batam City Government raided one of the LPG gas distillation plants the Batu Merah Industrial Park, Batu Ampar, Batam, which has been operating since 2008. At this location perpetrators took the contents from 12 kg gas cylinders and filled into the larger ones for sale to industrial buyers. The 12 kg gas cylinders with remaining reduced contents were then sold to the public at normal prices. Some workers managed to escape in this raid. Police seized hundreds of gas cylinders of various sizes and are still investigating the involvement of five gas distribution agencies that supply the plant.
Motorcycle Robbers Arrested in Semarang
On Wednesday (May 29) Semarang Police arrested two robbers armed with sharp weapons who stole two motorcycles at different locations in Semarang, Central Java. The perpetrators were arrested while they were going to sell spare parts disassembled from the motorbikes. Police seized knives and four motorcycles which had been partially disassembled.
Counterfeiters of State Documents Arrested in Medan, North Sumatera
On Wednesday (May 29) two suspects counterfeiting State Documents were arrested by Police on Jalan Pipit X. Mandala, Medan. A number of items of evidence were seized, including 44 sheets of blank birth certificate, family card red color, a computer with printer, scanners, seals, hand phone, two sheets of NPWP, and fake diploma of North Sumatera University (USU) and the Dharmawangsa University.
Hong Kong Citizen Arrested in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta
On Thursday afternoon (May 30) a Hong Kong citizen was arrested by the officers of the Sub- directorate of Industry and Trade (INDAG) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigation of Jakarta Police in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta. The suspect was allegedly importing watch components from China and then assembling the watches as G-Shock and Casio brand. From the suspects, at least 10 thousand fake Casio G-Shock brand watches were seized.
ATM Burglars Arrested in Manado
On Thursday (May 30) at around 2000hrs two ATM burglars were arrested while in the act at an ATM machine on Jalan Martadinata Paal Dua Manado. Police seized a fake call center sticker, 4 customers ATM cards, phonecell, hacksaw, and a car. The suspects had allegedly been involved in an inter- provincial ATM burglar network.
OTHER INCIDENTS
Homemade Bomb Injures Two Children in North Sulawesi
On Wednesday (May 1) at around 0800hrs a homemade bomb exploded in a house in the village of Koha, Mandolang District, Minahasa regency, North Sulawesi. Two children were seriously in- jured by the bomb which containing shards of glass and pieces of iron. The bomb owner said that
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Two Killed by Bomb During Military Exercise
On Saturday (May 4) at around 0910hrs two people killed by a bomb left by the 2013 joint military exercise in Situbondo, East Java, which was held on Friday (May 3). Four other people were in- jured by the bomb shards. The six residents handling zinc boards which were used as targets for an F16 aircraft from the Marine Combat Training Center, Baluran, Karang Tekok, Asembagus, Situbondo. TNI said that they previously had closed the access to the combat training for civilians until the military finished conducting searches. But the victims violated that warning.
High School Student Killed by Air Rifle
On Saturday (4 May) at around 1500hrs a high school student was killed by an air rifle. A police member hunting a stork in Tanjung Bunga Makassar, South Sulawesi, tested the rifle by shooting towards a wall, but hit the victim’s chest, killing him.
Accidents at Talaga Bodas Crater
On Sunday (May 12) at around 1500hrs a child fell into the volcano crater which had a tempera- ture of about 300 degrees Celsius in the tourist area of Talaga Bodas Crater, Wanaraja Garut, West Java. Two visitors who tried to save the child also fell into the crater. They are all in critical condition and hospitalized in Garut.
Australian Found Dead In South Jakarta Apartment
On Monday (May 13) at around 0600hrs a housekeeper found an Australian citizen deceased in the apartment bathroom on Jl. Gatot Subroto, South Jakarta. The police are still investigating his death.
Mosque Construction Accident in North Sumatra, Two Killed
On Monday (May 13) at around 1000hrs two workers were killed and five others were injured when a 10-meter-high tower floor collapsed while it was under construction for Masjid Agung on Jalan Ahmad Yani Kisaran, Asahan Regency, North Sumatra. The cause of the incident is still under police investigation.
Tunnel Collapses at PT Freeport Indonesia Mining Location
On Tuesday morning (May 14) an underground tunnel in the area of Big Gossan Mile 74 mining area of PT Freeport Indonesia, Papua, collapsed and allegedly at least 30 workers were trapped.
Ruckus in Terminal 3, Soekarno Hatta Airport
On Thursday (May 16) at around 0045hrs a fight broke out between an upset passenger and air- port immigration officer debating over examination of documents. The disruption and shortage of immigration officials examining the documents delayed hundreds of passengers who were waiting.
British Tourist Dead from Counterfeit Liquor
On Saturday (May 18) the AFP news office reported that United Kingdom traveler in Indonesia on 23 April died at a hospital in Medan, North Sumatra. According to police, the victim and his friend drank 4 bottles of arak made by local residents, alleged to contain methanol. North Sumatra police are still investigating.
Dengue Spreads in Ciamis, West Java
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On Saturday (May 18) Ciamis Health Office said that in the first five months of 2013, the cases of dengue fever (DBD) in 36 districts in Ciamis, West Java, has exceeded the number of cases dur- ing the entire year of 2012. In five months 141 people have been hospitalized as a result of DBD and two people died. While during the year 2012 there were only 138 cases with 3 deaths.
Illegal Gold Mine in Bogor Collapse, One Person Killed
On Monday night (May 20) the residents found at least seven gold miners trapped in an illegal gold mining site which collapsed in the region of Pongkor, Malasari village, Nanggung district, Bogor regency. One person was found dead, three wounded, and three others escaped unharmed. They had been trapped in the mine for 11 days.
System Disorders in Soekarno Hatta Airport
On Friday (May 24) the computerized Check in System belonging to Garuda Indonesia Airline at Soekarno Hatta Airport malfunctioned and at least 40 flights were delayed. Disruption of the sys- tem began in the early morning and was back to normal at around 0740hrs.
Nine Teens Drowned in Minahasa
On Saturday (May 25) at around 1430hrs twelve teens were washed away by a tidal wave while swimming in the beach of Tulap, Kombi District, Minahasa, North Sulawesi. Nine teenagers were killed by drowning and one other teen was hospitalized.
Illegal Gold Mine Collapses in Maluku
On Thursday (May 30) at least three illegal gold miners were killed in their mine pit. The victims were buried in the area of Gunung Botak, Wamsait, Buru, Maluku. The location was to be closed, but the illegal mining activities continued.
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