Police Arrest OPM Member Suspected in Fatal Shooting of Police Officer in Intan Jaya

Indonesian police have apprehended a member of the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB-OPM), identified as PP, who is suspected of fatally shooting a police officer in Intan Jaya. The arrest is part of ongoing efforts by the Damai Cartenz Operation task force to address armed criminal groups in the Papua region.

The suspect, aged 25, was arrested on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in Sugapa District, Intan Jaya Regency, Central Papua. Police have stated that PP is not only suspected of killing Briptu Anumerta Alvando Steve Karamoi on January 19, 2024, but also of involvement in several other attacks on security posts. These alleged incidents include shootings at the Sugapa Lama and Hitadipa task force posts on January 22, 2026, and the Bulapa task force post on January 27, 2026.

"Currently, PP is still being examined by investigators in Sugapa," said the Head of the Damai Cartenz Operation, Inspector General Faizal Ramadhani, as quoted by Antara news agency on Friday, June 26, 2026. The investigation aims to gather further evidence regarding PP's alleged involvement in these violent acts.

If convicted, PP faces severe legal consequences under Indonesian law. Prosecutors are charging him with violations of the Criminal Code, including articles related to murder and premeditated murder. The potential penalties are significant, ranging from a maximum of 20 years in prison to life imprisonment or even the death penalty, reflecting the gravity of the alleged offenses.

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Currently, PP is still being examined by investigators in Sugapa.