Yahukimo — The atmosphere at the Pasar Baru intersection in Dekai turned tense on Wednesday night (October 22, 2025). A local resident named Ambotang (52), known as a small trader in the Jalan Sosial area, was suddenly attacked by two unidentified individuals wielding a sharp weapon, believed to be an axe.
The brutal assault left the victim with severe injuries to his neck, elbow, and left ribs.
Upon receiving a report from the Yahukimo Resort Police, the Cartenz Peace Operation Task Force immediately deployed to the scene. Within minutes, the team managed to evacuate the victim and transport him to Dekai Regional General Hospital (RSUD Dekai) for intensive medical treatment. Although the victim has regained consciousness, he remains in a state of severe shock and is not yet able to provide a detailed statement.
According to witness accounts, the attackers appeared suddenly and struck without any clear motive. After committing the assault, both perpetrators fled toward Jalan Sosial Kalibonto. From the scene, officers secured key pieces of evidence, including an axe and a pair of white-and-blue sandals left behind by the suspects.
Preliminary investigations by the Cartenz Peace Operation Task Force suggest that the assailants are sympathizers of the Armed Criminal Group (KKB) under Kodap XVI Yahukimo. The attack is believed to be an act of provocation intended to incite unrest and assert the group’s presence in the region.
Head of the Cartenz Peace Operation, Brigadier General Dr. Faizal Ramadhani, strongly condemned the incident.
“We will not tolerate acts of violence against civilians. Strong indications point to the perpetrators being connected with KKB sympathizers attempting to spread fear among the community,” he stated.
Echoing this, Deputy Head of the Cartenz Peace Operation, Police Commissioner Adarma Sinaga, affirmed that security forces will tighten patrols and surveillance in several vulnerable areas.
“We are increasing patrols and monitoring efforts. The state must never yield to terror,” he emphasized.
As of Thursday morning, the security situation in Dekai has gradually returned to normal. The joint security team continues to gather additional information and witness testimonies at the scene.
The Cartenz Peace Operation Task Force urges the public to remain calm, stay vigilant, and immediately report any suspicious activities or unknown individuals in their surroundings.
