KKB Strikes Again! 2 Civilians Targeted in Shooting in Yahukimo

Yahukimo, VIVA – The Head of Cartenz Peace Operations, Irjen Faizal Ramadhani, stated that the Armed Criminal Group (KKB) Kodap XVI Yahukimo shot two civilians in Dekai, Yahukimo Regency, Papua Pegunungan. He mentioned that the shooting occurred on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, around 11:22 WIT. Brigjen Faizal explained that the shooting began when the two victims were passing from the intersection towards the employee quarters in the PJPR Complex. During their journey, he continued, the victims were followed by the perpetrators until the shooting took place. “In this incident, two civilians became victims, with initials AA (26) and NM (36),” said Brigjen Faizal in a written statement on Wednesday, 29 April 2026. The one-star general added that both victims sustained gunshot wounds to the arm and thigh and have been evacuated to Dekai Hospital for medical treatment. As a result of the shooting, Faizal said the victims’ four-wheeled vehicle was damaged. Meanwhile, the two perpetrators, who were on a motorcycle, are still being sought. Furthermore, he stated that the crime scene processing has also been carried out together with the Yahukimo Police Resort. Faizal said the joint team is continuing intensive investigations to uncover the identities of the perpetrators and delve into the motives of the attack. “Officers have moved quickly to process the crime scene, search for clues and evidence in the field, and pursue the perpetrators. The investigation is still ongoing to ensure the perpetrators are quickly uncovered and can be prosecuted according to applicable law,” he said. Meanwhile, he explained, KKB used a modus operandi of quick attacks on civilians passing through the area. As a result, the incident caused security disturbances and anxiety among the community. “This is a serious act of violence targeting civilians suddenly. Public safety is the top priority, so every form of violence will be responded to quickly, measured, and professionally,” he said.