Police hide fangs during campaign

Police hide fangs during campaign

BANDUNG: Supporters of parties contesting the polls here will
be able to enjoy their campaign motorcades without having to fear
reprimands or punishment from the police.

Local police chief Col. Dody Sumantyawan said recently he had
ordered his force not to ticket party supporters who violated
traffic regulations during street rallies.

"We will just monitor them and use security measures only if
necessary. Rather than risk starting a clash with a huge crowd by
ticketing some of them, we will tolerate them as long as they do
not endanger other motorists," Dody was quoted by Antara as
saying.

Traffic violations during street rallies range from
motorcyclists not wearing safety helmets to the dangerous
practice of passengers riding on the tops of cars or trucks.

Despite their low-profile stance, Dody said the police were
out to do their best -- without having to bare their teeth.