Month-long crackdown on criminals planned
Month-long crackdown on criminals planned
JAKARTA (JP): All top city officials, including those in the
police and military, are to meet on Friday in preparation for the
planned month-long joint raid in the capital against criminal
activities, particularly the possession of fire arms and
explosive devices.
Governor Sutiyoso told reporters on Thursday that the joint
operation, code named Jaya Mandiri Operation, was aimed at
improving security in Jakarta for the well-being of its people
and to regain the public's trust in security officers.
"All related security elements in the capital, including the
Jakarta Military command and city administration will back up the
police personnel during the operation to achieve maximum
results," the governor said.
On Wednesday, City Police chief Insp. Gen. Nurfaizi announced
the plan to conduct the joint operation, mostly to be carried out
on the streets in the evenings, starting Friday.
According to Nurfaizi, the operation would focus on suspected
criminals, including those involved in illegal weapons, drugs and
explosives. He declined to give details.
Such raids have been frequently conducted, however this
operation is being held in light of the deteriorating security.
At least 10 people were killed and 30 others injured in the
bomb blast at the Jakarta Stock Exchange building on Wednesday
last week, the latest in a series of explosions which led to the
replacement of the National Police chief.
People have also called for Nurfaizi to be removed from his
post as police have yet to reveal the masterminds behind the
crimes.
Apart from the City Police chief, coordinating officials in
the above operation are Governor Sutiyoso and the Jakarta
Military Commander Maj. Gen. Slamet Kirbiantoro.
Nurfaizi said he had already dispatched his officers to
potential areas of conflict such as religious facilities,
business centers and other public places.
He added police have worked with managements of such
facilities to tighten their security systems.
Sutiyoso, prior to meeting Nurfaizi on Wednesday at the
latter's office, told reporters that he really hoped military
members skilled in intelligence and explosives would participate
in the raid.
"The most important objective is to solve (the recent bombing
cases) and quell public anxiety," the governor added.
On Thursday, he called all Jakartans to give their full
support to the planned operation.
"I also urge the public to resume the community security
patrols to watch over their respective residential areas,"
Sutiyoso said. (dja/07)