Two bogus policemen shot dead

DENPASAR, Bali: Denpasar Police shot and killed two men who allegedly posed as traffic officers in order to steal motorcycles.

The suspects, identified as 27-year-old Widodo Eko and 25-year-old Joko Riyanto, were killed on Wednesday when they attempted to flee from officers escorting them to the garage where they allegedly kept the stolen motorcycles, Denpasar Police chief Adj. Com. Helmy Santika said.

The shooting took place on a secluded street in Ubung, on the northern outskirts of Denpasar.

Helmy said the police were still holding 28-year-old Sukriyanto in custody, who was also allegedly involved in the motorcycle thefts.

The three suspects were arrested two days ago, following a tip-off from their neighbors in Suwung, who told the police the two criminals were stashing motorcycle spare parts in their rented house.

Locals also told police they frequently saw the two men riding different brands and types of motorcycles. --JP