PAPUA — The repatriation process of two civilian workers who were brutally shot and killed by an Armed Criminal Group (KKB) in Kwantapo Village, Asotipo District, Jayawijaya Regency, has proceeded smoothly and in an orderly manner.
On Thursday (June 5, 2025), the two bodies — identified as Rahmat Hidayat (45) and Saepudin (39), who were previously confirmed to be residents of Purwakarta Regency, West Java — were flown from Wamena Airport aboard a Trigana Cargo plane, registration number PK-YSV, at approximately 8:45 AM local Papua time (WIT). The remains arrived at Sentani Airport, Jayapura, at 9:40 AM WIT and were immediately transferred to the Garuda Cargo Warehouse for further shipment to Jakarta.
The flight from Sentani Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport was scheduled for the same day at 2:00 PM WIT using Garuda Indonesia cargo services.
Cartenz Peace Operations Commander, Brig. Gen. Dr. Faizal Ramadhani, S.Sos., S.I.K., M.H., accompanied by Deputy Operations Commander, Police Commissioner Adarma Sinaga, S.I.K., M.Hum., expressed deep condolences over the incident and emphasized that the legal process would continue.
“We offer our deepest condolences to the victims’ families. This heinous act is a form of terror against innocent civilians who were working to build a place of worship. We will not stay silent — our joint team is actively pursuing the perpetrators,” said Faizal.
Meanwhile, Cartenz Peace Ops Public Relations Chief, Police Commissioner Yusuf Sutejo, S.I.K., M.T., again urged the public to remain calm and proactive in reporting any suspicious activities in their respective areas.
“We call on all residents, especially in Jayawijaya and surrounding areas, to stay calm and vigilant. If you see any suspicious behavior, report it immediately to the nearest security forces. Community cooperation is essential to maintaining a secure environment,” Yusuf stated.
As of now, joint forces from the Jayawijaya Police, the Legal Enforcement Task Force, and the Cartenz Peace Ops Strike Task Force remain on high alert in vulnerable areas and continue to strengthen patrols and pursuit operations.
