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3 West Java Police officers sanctioned for ethics violations after traffic altercation
🇮🇩 Indonesia /Crime & Justice

3 West Java Police officers sanctioned for ethics violations after traffic altercation

From CNN Indonesia · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Three West Java Regional Police officers were involved in a traffic violation and altercation at Bundaran HI, Jakarta.
  • The officers drove a Toyota Alphard and allegedly intimidated a security guard after running a red light.
  • Despite reaching a peaceful agreement, the officers will face disciplinary sanctions for violating police ethics.

Three members of the West Java Regional Police have been disciplined following a traffic incident and altercation in Central Jakarta. The officers, identified as Ipda DG, Bripka BS, and Briptu RPW, were passengers and the driver of a Toyota Alphard that allegedly ran a red light at the Bundaran HI intersection.

The incident escalated when the group allegedly confronted and intimidated a security guard named Fiktor Harefa. The confrontation occurred after the Alphard reportedly drove through a pedestrian crossing. The alleged intimidation and traffic violation have drawn public attention.

The peace between the parties does not eliminate the code sanctions against the three, namely Ipda DG, Bripka BS, and Briptu RPW

— Kombes Pol Hendra RochmawanKabid Humas Polda Jabar Kombes Pol Hendra Rochmawan confirmed disciplinary action despite a peaceful resolution.

Despite the parties involved reaching a peaceful resolution, the West Java Police have confirmed that the three officers will face disciplinary sanctions. Kabid Humas Polda Jabar Kombes Pol Hendra Rochmawan stated that the officers were found to have violated the Polri Code of Ethics and Professional Standards Regulation No. 7 of 2022. The case will proceed to a professional code of ethics trial.

Rochmawan apologized for the officers' inappropriate behavior, emphasizing the West Java Police's commitment to transparently addressing violations committed by their members. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about the conduct of police officers and adherence to traffic laws.

We convey our apologies to Mr. Fiktor, a security guard in the Bundaran HI area, for the inappropriate actions carried out by three members of the West Java Regional Police

— Kombes Pol Hendra RochmawanRochmawan apologized to the security guard for the officers' conduct.
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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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