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Month-Long Operation by Jakarta Police Seizes Dozens of Weapons, Arrests 173
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Month-Long Operation by Jakarta Police Seizes Dozens of Weapons, Arrests 173

From CNN Indonesia · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The "Beggar Hunter" Team of the Indonesian National Police confiscated 466 items, including 8 firearms and 45 sharp weapons, during May 2026.
  • The operation successfully uncovered 413 cases and led to the arrest of 173 suspects.
  • Police reported a total of 1,283 street crime incidents in the Jakarta metropolitan area during May, with ongoing efforts to solve remaining cases.

Jakarta's "Beggar Hunter" Team has concluded a month-long intensive operation, delivering a significant blow to street crime across the capital region. Throughout May 2026, this specialized unit of the Polda Metro Jaya has been relentless, confiscating a staggering array of evidence, including 8 firearms, 45 bladed weapons, and hundreds of other items ranging from mobile phones to motorcycles used in criminal activities.

In the period, we have confiscated 466 pieces of evidence. Among them are 84 gadgets, then 69 units of two-wheeled motorcycles, there are also four-wheeled vehicles, then laptops, and 8 firearms with their ammunition.

— Kombes Iman ImanuddinDirector of Criminal Investigation at Polda Metro Jaya detailing the confiscated items.

The operation's success is measured not only in seized items but also in the sheer volume of cases resolved and suspects apprehended. With 413 cases closed and 173 individuals taken into custody, the team has demonstrably disrupted criminal networks operating within the city.

However, the statistics also paint a stark picture of the persistent challenge. A total of 1,283 street crime reports were logged in May alone, encompassing various offenses from petty theft to violent robberies. This highlights the ongoing need for vigilance and the continuous efforts of the "Beggar Hunter" Team, who are still actively pursuing unsolved cases.

Then 240 other pieces of evidence such as clothing, CCTV recordings, and goods resulting from crimes from the perpetrators' actions.

— Kombes Iman ImanuddinFurther elaborating on the types of evidence seized.

From an Indonesian perspective, this aggressive policing approach is a necessary response to the daily realities faced by citizens. While international coverage might focus on crime statistics, here in Jakarta, the tangible results of operations like this provide a sense of security and demonstrate the authorities' commitment to public safety. The "Beggar Hunter" Team's work is not just about arrests; it's about reclaiming public spaces and ensuring that the streets are safe for everyone. The sheer number of weapons seized underscores the dangerous nature of the crimes being tackled, making this a critical public service.

Until today, the Beggar Hunter Team is still working to uncover cases that have not yet been revealed.

— Kombes Iman ImanuddinEmphasizing the ongoing nature of the police operation.
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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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