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Tangerang Police Urge Calm Over Viral Anti-LGBTQ Sweeping Calls
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Tangerang Police Urge Calm Over Viral Anti-LGBTQ Sweeping Calls

From CNN Indonesia · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Police urged the public not to be provoked by calls for sweeping actions against LGBTQ individuals circulating on social media.
  • The calls for sweeps were observed to be viral on social media platforms.
  • Authorities are monitoring the situation and advising against any provocative behavior.

Tangerang City Police have appealed to the public to remain calm and avoid provocation following viral social media calls for "sweeping" actions against LGBTQ individuals. The police are actively monitoring the situation and urging citizens not to be drawn into any actions that could incite unrest.

The calls, which have gained traction online, appear to target the LGBTQ community. Authorities are emphasizing the importance of maintaining public order and preventing any escalation of tensions. While the exact nature and origin of the viral calls are under scrutiny, the police's primary focus is on de-escalating potential conflict and ensuring the safety of all residents.

This advisory comes as a measure to preemptively address any potential disturbances. The police's stance underscores a commitment to managing public sentiment and preventing vigilantism, encouraging adherence to legal processes rather than mob action.

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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.