Two Indonesian Army Members Were in Car That Fatally Struck Police Officer
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Two members of the Indonesian Army (TNI) were present in a car involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident that killed a police officer.
- The incident involved Aiptu Asep Suhara, a member of the Bandung City Police, who died after being struck by a vehicle.
- Kodam III Siliwangi has expressed condolences for the officer's death and is cooperating with the investigation.
An investigation is underway into a fatal hit-and-run incident in Bandung, Indonesia, where a police officer was killed. Aiptu Asep Suhara, a member of the Bandung City Police, died after being struck by a vehicle. The case has drawn attention due to the involvement of two members of the Indonesian Army (TNI) who were reportedly in the car at the time of the accident.
Kodam III Siliwangi, the regional military command, has acknowledged the presence of its personnel in the vehicle. The command has extended its condolences to the family of the deceased officer and stated its commitment to cooperating fully with the police investigation. The military is expected to provide information regarding the soldiers' involvement and their actions during the incident.
Authorities are working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the crash and the roles played by all individuals involved, including the soldiers. The investigation aims to establish accountability and ensure justice for the victim. Further details are expected as the inquiry progresses.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.