Officers detained for assault

Officers detained for assault

SEMARANG: Central Java Police internal affairs department has
detained 19 policemen for allegedly assaulting three street
vendors, who were said to have harassed a police officer last
Thursday.

"We are still probing the case and if they are found guilty,
we will take stern measures," Central Java Police spokesman Supt.
Moch. Ramlie said on Monday.

The three vendors, who all sell keys, are still being treated
for serious facial injuries.

The alleged assault took place last Thursday when a policeman
reportedly got upset after one of the vendors apparently
overcharged him for cutting a key.

Shortly after, a group of 19 police officers raided the
vendor, allegedly assaulting him in the process. Two other
vendors were also injured in the incident. (har/edt)