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Brimob Intensifies Gas Station Security for Smooth Fuel Distribution in North Sumatra

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • North Sumatra's Brimob unit is intensifying security at gas stations to ensure smooth fuel distribution.
  • The measure aims to prevent potential conflicts among drivers and criminal activities during fuel refills.
  • Pertamina is also strengthening fuel distribution in North Sumatra, operating a fuel terminal 24 hours and increasing the number of fuel trucks.

The Mobile Brigade (Brimob) unit of the North Sumatra Regional Police is enhancing security at various gas stations (SPBU) across the region. This intensified presence aims to guarantee the safe and smooth distribution of fuel to the public, especially amid increased mobility.

Commander of the North Sumatra Brimob Unit, Kombes Pol Rendra Salipu, stated that the police's presence demonstrates their commitment to ensuring the security of public services, with a primary focus on fuel distribution. Security operations are being conducted in Medan, Tebing Tinggi, and South Tapanuli districts by personnel from Batalyon A, B, and C Pelopor as a preventive measure.

Beyond security patrols, Brimob personnel are also managing traffic flow and monitoring the overall security situation. They are coordinating directly with gas station staff to receive real-time updates. Kombes Pol Rendra Salipu explained that these actions are anticipatory, designed to prevent potential friction between drivers, instances of extortion, or other criminal acts that could disrupt the public's experience while refueling.

"We will continue to be present to provide a sense of security to the public through patrols and security at strategic points," said Kombes Pol Rendra Salipu, assuring that public order and security will be maintained to ensure seamless fuel distribution. These activities will be sustained across various areas to maintain community stability.

Meanwhile, Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Sumbagut is reinforcing fuel distribution in North Sumatra to meet public demand. The company is conducting intensive monitoring of stock and distribution at all Fuel Terminals and gas stations. To normalize distribution, the Fuel Terminal Medan Group is operating 24 hours, and Pertamina has increased its tanker capacity by 35 units, supported by personnel from the Indonesian Army's Bekang unit and the Belawan Naval Base.

We will continue to be present to provide a sense of security to the public through patrols and security at strategic points.

โ€” Kombes Pol Rendra SalipuCommander of the North Sumatra Brimob Unit, explaining the purpose of increased security measures at gas stations.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.