Policeman killed by fishermen

KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: A policeman died after allegedly being assaulted and then drowned in the sea while investigating the use of explosives by fisherman from Palue Island, Sikka regency.

Brig. Achmad Pellon of Aesesa Police was reportedly attacked in his boat before being drowned.

East Nusa Tenggara Police chief Brig. Gen. Edward Aritonang said on Monday that the police had arrested four suspects allegedly responsible for Friday's attack at their hideout on Palue Island.

"Several witnesses said the victim fired a warning shot but had not been able to fend of his attackers," Aritonang said.

Achmad's body was discovered by a search-and-rescue team on Sunday. He will be buried in his hometown in Toraja, South Sulawesi. -- JP