Unable To Permit, TNI And Police Disband Demonstration Against DOB In Jayapura City

PAPUA - Members of the TNI and Polri dispersed some of the protesters against the establishment of a New Autonomous Region (DOB) in Jayapura City, specifically Jalan Biak, Abepura Circle, Jayapura City, Papua, Tuesday 10 May. began to gather at around 10.00 WIT. Dozens of demonstrators were then intercepted by Papuan Police Mobile Brigade personnel using water cannons. However, moments later, the demonstrators were dispersed using tear gas. Meanwhile, community activities on Jalan Biak began after the mass dispersal. Previously, community activities in the area had stopped, but the traffic flow in the Abepura Circle began to run smoothly. One resident on Jalan Biak Maria said that although some people rejected the new autonomous regions, they still support the government's program. support DOB," he said.