Horrific Attack in Papua: Four Unidentified Individuals Armed with Samurai Swords Ambush Police Officer
Nabire, VIVA – Aipda Agus Sugianto, a member of the Kamu Police Sector, Dogiyai Police Resort, has fallen victim to an assault by a group of unidentified individuals (OTK). He was attacked while riding his motorcycle towards the Kamu Police Station in Dogiyai Regency, Central Papua.
The incident occurred on Wednesday (30/09/26). Agus was reportedly suddenly intercepted by four individuals in front of a gate near SMA Negeri 2 Moanemani, Mauwa Village, Kamu District.
The four individuals were allegedly carrying sharp weapons, specifically samurai swords. Two of them subsequently attacked Agus using these weapons.
The assault caused Agus to sustain injuries to his arms, causing him to fall onto the road. In that condition, the perpetrators continued to attack various parts of the victim’s body, including his arms and legs.
After carrying out the assault, the four perpetrators immediately fled the scene. Meanwhile, Agus received medical assistance and treatment before being evacuated to Paniai Regency.
The Central Papua Regional Police, together with the Dogiyai Police Resort, are now hunting for the four perpetrators. The police are still working to uncover the identities and the motive behind the attack on the Kamu Police Sector member.
The Acting Head of Public Relations for the Central Papua Regional Police, Police Commissioner Henry J. Manube, stated that an investigation is being conducted by a joint team.
“The team from the Criminal Investigation Directorate of the Central Papua Regional Police, alongside the Dogiyai Police Resort, continues to work to resolve this case. We are identifying and continuously striving to arrest the perpetrators,” said Henry.
In addition to pursuing the perpetrators, the police are also investigating the motive behind the assault. After receiving initial treatment in Paniai, Agus’s condition necessitated further medical care in Jayapura.
On Thursday (01/10/26), Agus was evacuated from Paniai to Jayapura City by plane. He was subsequently taken to Bhayangkara Hospital Jayapura for further treatment.
“The evacuation process was led by the Director of General Criminal Investigation of the Central Papua Regional Police, Kombes Pol. Asep Sayidi Wijaya, alongside the Chief of Dogiyai Police Resort, Kompol Dr. Pieter Kendek,” he added.
Henry stated that the evacuation was carried out under the instructions of the Central Papua Regional Police Chief to ensure Agus received the necessary medical attention following the injuries sustained in the attack.
Police have also urged the public to report any information regarding the incident or the whereabouts of individuals suspected to be involved in the case.