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Military Denies Attack on Koramil Dekai Post, Calls Reports Hoax

From Republika · (5m ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • A military spokesperson denied reports of an attack by an armed group on the Koramil Dekai military post in Papua Pegunungan, Indonesia.
  • The spokesperson clarified that the information about the attack, which allegedly resulted in a soldier's death, is false.
  • While the military post was not attacked, an armed group did shoot and injure three civilians in separate incidents.

The Indonesian military, through Kapendam XVII Cendrawasih Colonel Inf Tri Purwanto, has moved swiftly to debunk rumors of an attack on the Koramil Dekai military post in Yahukimo Regency, Papua Pegunungan. These rumors, which claimed the attack was carried out by the KKB (Kelompok Kriminal Bersenjata) and resulted in a soldier's death, were officially declared as hoax. This clarification is crucial in maintaining public order and preventing the spread of misinformation, which often exacerbates tensions in the region.

Tidak ada penyerangan ke Koramil Dekai.

— Kapendam XVII Cendrawasih Kol Inf Tri PurwantoIn response to reports of an attack on the Koramil Dekai military post.

While the military post itself remains secure, the Kapendam acknowledged that the KKB has been involved in separate incidents targeting civilians. Reports indicate that three civilians sustained injuries in shootings on Monday and Tuesday. The current situation in Dekai, the capital of Yahukimo Regency, is reported as safe and conducive as of Wednesday. Both Kapendam Tri Purwanto and the Yahukimo Police Chief, AKBP Zeth Salino, urged the public to remain calm and not to believe unverified information circulating online.

Informasi mengenai penyerangan Koramil Dekai adalah hoax dan tidak benar.

— Kapendam XVII Cendrawasih Kol Inf Tri PurwantoClarifying the nature of the reports about the Koramil Dekai incident.

From our perspective at Republika, it is vital to distinguish between factual reporting and unsubstantiated claims, especially in areas prone to conflict. The swift denial by the military aims to quell potential panic and counter the narrative that could be exploited by destabilizing elements. The focus remains on ensuring the safety of civilians and maintaining stability, even as isolated incidents of violence occur. The Indonesian media plays a critical role in verifying information and providing accurate updates to the public, thereby preventing the escalation of fear and unrest.

KKB memang telah melakukan penembakan terhadap warga sipil yang mengakibatkan tiga orang terluka.

— Kapendam XVII Cendrawasih Kol Inf Tri PurwantoAcknowledging separate incidents where civilians were injured by the KKB.
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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.

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