Ridding Jakarta of its hoodlums

Ridding Jakarta of its hoodlums

From Pos Kota

While efforts made by the Jakarta administration (Pemda DKI) to eradicate hoodlums in Jakarta have apparently not been successful, the Rp 30 billion budgeted for this cause will, reportedly, be switched to efforts to straighten out those having social welfare problems, including sidewalk vendors.

Accordingly, I would like to suggest that Pemda DKI spend the Rp 30 billion budget for the sole purpose of eradicating hoodlums, once and for all, as they disturb the public at bus terminals, railway stations, and in public buses and trains. Otherwise, the citizens of Jakarta will continue to be restless and insecure in these public areas.

Another step worth considering would be to discontinue the illegal trade of alcoholic drinks currently available in small shops. I have a strong feeling that many criminal cases are caused by drunk people or those consuming illegal drugs.

IRVAN RA

Jakarta