Police probe rebel training

Police probe rebel training

JAYAPURA, Irian Jaya: Irian Jaya Police chief Brig. Gen. S.Y.
Wenas said here on Thursday the police were investigating reports
that an armed rebel group was conducting military training in
Fakfak regency.

"We fear such training will lead to criminal actions and cause
anxiety among local residents. I have instructed the Fakfak
Police to ban such training," Wenas said.

During routine operations, sharp weapons were confiscated from
the training site.

Wenas warned that the police would take sterner measures if
the group continued its training and recruited volunteers to the
separatist movement. He said the training had caused fear in the
neighboring districts, crippling the activities of residents.

Fakfak Police chief Lt. Col. Totok Kasmiarto said the rebel
group had recently wounded a policeman, identified as Sergeant
Roy Boki. During the incident police fired warning shots to
disperse the attackers. (eba/dja)