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Major Shuffle in Indonesian National Police: 734 Senior and Mid-Rank Officers Reassigned

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Headline: Massive Shuffle: Indonesian Police Chief Announces Rotation of 734 High-Ranking Officers

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In a significant move, Indonesia‘s National Police Chief, General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, has implemented a large-scale rotation and transfer of 734 high-ranking officers, ranging from Upper Echelon (Pati) to Middle Tier (Pamen). The decision, outlined in Police Chief Telegram Number ST/2775/XII/KEP./2024 to ST/2778/XII/KEP./2024, dated December 29, 2024, was confirmed by Police Public Relations Head, Brigadier General Trunoyudo Wisnu Andiko.

"This rotation is a natural process in any organization to enhance performance and expand duty assignments," Andiko stated briefly on Monday (30/12).

One of the prominent figures affected by this move is Brigadier General Gatot Tri Suryanta, who has been appointed as the new Chief of Police in West Sumatra. Gatot will replace Irjen Suharyono, who is set to retire.

In Gatot’s previous role as Head of the SUBBANTAS Division in the National Police (Itwasum Polri), he will be succeeded by Commissioner General Budi Wasono, who currently serves as the Chief of Police Operations in West Java.

Additionally, the Police Chief announced the transfer of Yan Sultra, the former Head of the National Narcotics Agency (BNN), to a non-structural assignment at the Ministry of Immigration and Manpower.

The vacant position at the BNN will be filled by Irjen Merdisyam, who previously served as the Deputy Chief of the National Police Criminal Investigation Bureau (Baintelkam). Merdisyam’s former position will be taken by Irjen Yuda Gustawan.

General Prabowo also rotated the Chief of the National Police’s Information Center, Brigjen Yusri Yunus, who will retire. His replacement will be Brigjen Widodo, formerly the Deputy Chief of Police in West Java.

The position left by Widodo in West Java will be taken by Brigjen Kasihan Rahmadi, who previously served as the Deputy Chief of Police in Riau.

Meanwhile, the Deputy Chief of Police in Riau will be filled by Brigjen Adrianto Jossy Kusumo, the current Director of Operations at the Anti-Terrorism Special Operations Unit (Densus 88).

In the Pamen ranks, the Police Chief transferred Kombes Donald P Simanjuntak, the former Director of the Metropolitan Police Criminal Investigation Division. Donald’s transfer comes amidst the Professionalism and Standardization Police (Propam) investigation into allegations of extortion involving Malaysian DWP spectators.

Donald has been reassigned as a Senior Analyst at the National Police Information and Communication Bureau (Binmas Baharkam).

His former position will be assumed by Kombes Ahmad David, who previously served as a Senior Crime Investigator at the Criminal Investigation Unit at the National Police Headquarters (Bareskrim Polri).

Other transfers include Pembangunan Istimewa’s (Korpribad) Kombes Irwan Anwar, who will be replaced by Kombes M Syahduddi, previously the Metro Jakarta Barat Police Chief.

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Indonesian Anti-Terror Squad Raids Suspected Terrorist Hideout in Garut

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Garut: Densus 88 Raids Suspected Terrorist’s House, Seizes Evidence

In a significant development, officers from Indonesia’s elite counter-terrorism unit, Densus 88, conducted a raid on a house in Pangatikan District, Garut, late on Friday night (27/12). The targeted residence belonged to a suspect who was recently apprehended in Tasikmalaya.

The raid was carried out with the support of Garut Police and local village officials, including the head of the village, Ila Nurul Fadila. "The raid took place last night, lasting about an hour," Ila informed detikJabar on Saturday (28/12/2024).

From the operation, Densus 88 team seized three plastic bags containing potential evidence related to the suspect’s alleged involvement in terrorist activities. However, the specific items inside the bags remain unclear.

Ila also shared that the suspect, a man who works as an electrician in Bandung and returns to Garut once a week, keeps to himself and rarely interacts with the community. His wife, meanwhile, runs a small business from their home.

Earlier, it was reported that Densus 88 had apprehended a man suspected of terrorism in Kampung Urug, Desa Jayaratu, Kecamatan Sukawangi, Tasikmalaya, on Friday morning. The suspect was arrested while visiting a local resident’s house. The operation was confirmed by the Head of Tasikmalaya Police, AKBP Haris Dinzah.

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Arrest of Four Suspected Terrorists in Majalengka by Densus 88

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Densus 88 Nets 4 Suspected Terrorists in Majalengka, West Java

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In a significant security operation, Densus 88, the counterterrorism unit of the Indonesian National Police (Polri), apprehended four suspected terrorists in Majalengka, West Java, on Friday morning. The operation, conducted across different locations, was carried out in coordination with the Majalengka Police.

Ipda Riyana, the Head of Public Relations of the Majalengka Police, confirmed the arrests, stating, “Densus 88, supported by members of the Majalengka Police, conducted raids on four houses in the Majalengka region. These individuals are believed to be part of a network linked to suspected terrorists previously detained in Tasikmalaya.”

All four suspects are reported to be residents of Majalengka. While details of the operation are still being investigated, the police emphasized their commitment to maintaining public safety in the region. “We assure the people of Majalengka that we are fully prepared to ensure the security and safety of our community,” Riyana said.

Police are keeping further details of the operation confidential, as it falls under the jurisdiction of the West Java Police. The public is encouraged to stay informed and vigilant. For more information on this developing story, keep an eye out for updates on our news portal.

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Counter-Terrorism Unit Densus 88 Arrests Suspected Jemaah Islamiyah Member in Majalengka

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Headline: Terrifying Arrest in Majalengka: Suspected Terrorist Nabbed by Densus 88

Subheadline: Local resident shocked as suspect, known as ‘AR,’ is apprehended in a dramatic morning raid

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In a stunning turn of events, a suspected terrorist was arrested by Indonesia‘s elite counter-terrorism unit, Densus 88, in the quiet neighborhood of Majalengka Wetan, Majalengka regency. The operation took place around 7:30 AM local time on Friday, December 27, 2024.

The suspected terrorist, identified by his initial ‘AR,’ was apprehended in his own residence, located in the Ciasih complex of Majalengka Wetan. Sabur Subekti, the chairman of the local neighborhood association, was among those who witnessed the event.

"We were all caught off guard when the police started swarming his house around half-past seven," said Sabur in an interview with detikJabar. "I only found out afterward that he was allegedly a terrorist."

Densus 88 officers spent around an hour and a half meticulously searching AR’s house, where they reportedly confiscated several documents, including those seemingly linked to the Indonesian Mujahideen Council (MMI). However, the precise nature of the evidence is still unclear.

Local residents were shocked by the revelation, as AR had been known for his laid-back demeanor and sociable nature. "He never really stood out. He lived a normal life like any of us," Sabur shared. "Sometimes he’d stop by, say hi, that’s it."

The arrest sends a chilling reminder of the ongoing threat of terrorism in the region, prompting local authorities to maintain vigilance and for citizens to remain vigilant. More details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.

Reporter: iqk

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Captured in Tasikmalaya: Unraveling the Identity of Detained Suspected Terrorist

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TasikmalayaPolice Net Densus 88 Antiteror Captures Possible Terrorist in Tasikmalaya; Locals Unfamiliar with Suspect

Tasikmalaya, Indonesia – In a pre-dawn operation on Friday, December 27, 2024, Indonesia’s elite counter-terrorism unit, Densus 88, detained a man suspected of terrorism in the remote village of Jayaratu, Sariwangi sub-district, Tasikmalaya Regency, West Java.

The suspect was apprehended while at a local resident’s home in Kampung Urug. Villagers expressed shock at the news, claiming they had no idea of his true identity or intentions. "He’s not from here. He was just visiting one of our villagers," revealed Rudi Kusmayadi, the village head.

Rudi confirmed that the suspect had been staying with a local resident but didn’t disclose how long he had been there. "Our villager intended to send him to the bus terminal today, but Densus 88 intervened and apprehended him," Rudi told detikJabar.

The apprehension was carried out by Densus 88 in coordination with local police. Tasikmalaya’s Chief of Police, AKBP Haris Dinzah, confirmed the operation: "It’s true that earlier this morning, around 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM WIB, there was an activity by the Densus 88 Anti-Terror Squad at our area."

The suspect is now in custody, and investigations are ongoing. Authorities have not yet released his name or any details about his alleged involvement in terrorist activities.

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