South Sulawesi Police Investigate Political Movements, Warn of Strict Action

South Sulawesi Police are closely monitoring public movements with political ties, according to Police Chief Djuhandhani Rahardjo Puro. The police are prepared to take firm action, including arrests, against any elements that threaten public order in the region. "My order to all precinct chiefs is: if it is found to be creating a non-conducive situation, the order is simple: hit, arrest, enforce the law. That is the last resort," Djuhandhani stated.

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We are also receiving intelligence information regarding various movements in the community related to politics. We will investigate it.

The police are also focusing on rising street crime and motorcycle gang incidents. Djuhandhani described these gang activities as spontaneous, originating from groups of young people who gather and then engage in criminal acts. He emphasized that these actions are not controlled by any specific group. "Our evaluation shows there is no control," he said. "This is spontaneity, a group of young people who gather together, perhaps due to their social lives. This togetherness leads them to reckless driving and other acts, turning into crime."

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My order to all precinct chiefs is: if it is found to be creating a non-conducive situation, the order is simple: hit, arrest, enforce the law. That is the last resort.

Djuhandhani issued a stern warning to groups or community organizations suspected of having hidden political agendas behind the unsettling motorcycle gang activities. He assured that all police personnel are closely watching the activities of groups that could potentially exploit the situation to achieve their aims. "This is a warning, we will pursue and take law enforcement action. 'Hit' means law enforcement," he concluded.

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Our evaluation shows there is no control.