Jayapura – Following an armed attack by the Armed Criminal Group (KKB) targeting two civilians in Yalimo, Papua Highlands, on January 8, 2025, the Papua Police Chief, Inspector General Patrige Renwarin, has deployed personnel from the Damai Cartenz Task Force to pursue the perpetrators of the shooting. Inspector General Patrige Renwarin stated that investigations are ongoing to identify the group responsible for the attack. Authorities are working to determine whether the perpetrators are part of a local group in Yalimo or a new group entering the area to disrupt community security.
“We have deliberately deployed the Damai Cartenz Task Force to assist in uncovering the case and enforcing the law against groups involved in acts of terror within the community,” said Renwarin. The attack, which occurred in Yalimo, Papua Highlands, has prompted the police to take swift action to restore security and bring those responsible to justice.
An armed attack was carried out against two civilians in Yalimo. The perpetrators are suspected to be members of the Armed Criminal Group (KKB). The incident took place on January 8, 2025.
The attack occurred in Yalimo, Papua Highlands. The police aim to capture the perpetrators, maintain public security, and prevent further acts of violence. The Papua Police have deployed the Damai Cartenz Task Force to investigate and take legal action against the group responsible.
The situation in Yalimo remains under close monitoring as law enforcement continues its operations to ensure peace and security in the region.
