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West Java Police Deploy Thousands to Combat Crime and Traffic Congestion

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • West Java Police deployed thousands of personnel to combat crime and traffic congestion across the province.
  • The measure aims to provide security and comfort, with humanistic traffic management credited for reducing violations and accidents.
  • Authorities urge public awareness in driving and adherence to traffic officers' instructions to ensure road safety.

West Java Police have deployed thousands of personnel to critical points across the province, targeting crime hotspots and traffic congestion. This initiative aims to enhance public safety and comfort throughout West Java. The deployment is part of the police's commitment to providing responsive security services.

According to Kabid Humas Polda Jawa Barat Kombes Pol Hendra Rochmawan, the presence of personnel in crucial areas has effectively eased traffic buildup. He stated that strict surveillance and humanistic traffic control have successfully reduced violations and minimized the potential for accidents during peak hours. This preventive approach is a key component of the police's strategy.

Strict surveillance and humanistic traffic control have successfully reduced violations and minimized the potential for accidents during peak hours.

โ€” Kombes Pol Hendra RochmawanThe Head of Public Relations for West Java Police highlights the effectiveness of their security and traffic management measures.

The police plan to continue these periodic patrols and traffic management efforts in vulnerable areas. They also issued a public appeal for increased driving awareness and compliance with traffic officers' directions, emphasizing that road safety is a shared responsibility. Kapolda Jawa Barat Irjen Pol Pipit Rismanto specifically urged the Bandung City Police to eradicate street crime and motorcycle theft while continuing to serve the community with care.

How do we answer all the public's complaints to resolve, yes, prevent and also tackle the prominent issues right now like street thugs and others.

โ€” Irjen Pol Pipit RismantoKapolda Jawa Barat Irjen Pol Pipit Rismanto outlines the police's mission to address public concerns, including street crime.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.