Police Disperse Fuel Price Protest in Central Jakarta for Lack of Notification

A protest against the rising prices of non-subsidized fuel took place in the Cikini area of Menteng, Central Jakarta, on Wednesday evening. The demonstration, organized by a group of individuals, was eventually dispersed by the police.

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At 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM, activities without notification and violating regulations by burning tires, so we dispersed it.

According to AKBP Braiel Arnold Rondonuwu, Head of the Menteng Metro Police, the protest occurred without prior notification and involved the burning of tires, which violated regulations. "At 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM, activities without notification and violating regulations by burning tires, so we dispersed it," Braiel told reporters.

Braiel confirmed that the situation in the protest area has since returned to normal and stated that no one was apprehended during the dispersal. "It has been dispersed, the situation is safe," he said, emphasizing "No one was arrested."

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It has been dispersed, the situation is safe.

The demonstration highlights ongoing public dissatisfaction with fuel price increases in Indonesia. While the protest was short-lived and dispersed by authorities, it reflects the public's concern over the economic impact of rising fuel costs.

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No one was arrested.