Drivers strike over threats by hoodlums

Drivers strike over threats by hoodlums

PEKANBARU, Riau: Hundreds of public transportation drivers
here continued their strike on Friday to protest the presence of
hoodlums along their routes.

The strike began on Wednesday following the assault of a
driver by several hoodlums. Antara reported the protest has left
many passengers, mostly students, stranded during the day.

In response to the strike, local security authorities promised
to conduct a raid on the hoodlums and secure the route from other
forms of crime, including pickpocketing and holdups.

Local police data show such crimes happen almost daily, with
many arrests made. (dja)