Heavy Gangs Arrested, Poisi Find Sickles, Molotov Bombs, Bong Sabu And Synthetic Tobacco

A group of sharp armed teenagers was successfully secured by the Precise Pioneer Patrol Team of the Central Jakarta Metro Police Samapta Unit on Jalan Inspeksi Kramat Kembang XI, Central Jakarta, Monday morning, October 20, 2025.

The arrested perpetrators are known to have the initials MF (24), A (24), AM (29), GR (16), MR (23), JA (24), YF (24), and KR (22).

In addition to arresting the perpetrators, the police also confiscated 6 sickle blades, 1 bottle of Molotov not yet and 1 student card.

In addition, the police also found 12 clips of synthetic tobacco narcotics, 1 bong of methamphetamine suction device, wallet and IDR 10,000 in cash.

For further processing, a group of teenagers and evidence were secured at the Senen Police for further investigation.

Central Jakarta Metro Police Chief, Kombes Susatyo Purnomo Condro said the incident began with reports from local residents who were worried about the commotion at the location.

Officers immediately went to the scene of the case, and even though the perpetrators had fled, all of them were arrested after the pursuit. One by one the perpetrators were arrested.

"They ran, but we chased and secured eight people along with evidence. We make sure that every action that disturbs public order will be taken firmly," said Kombes Susatyo when confirmed, Monday, October 20, 2025, morning.

The police chief assessed that this case could not be underestimated because it contained elements of violence, sharp weapons, and narcotics.

"When a sickle, Molotov, and drugs are found, this is no longer a matter of juvenile delinquency. This is a form of street crime that endangers the community," he said.

According to the Police Chief, his party understands that every young person has a bright future. However, when they get lost in violence and drugs, they are not only the ones who are harmed, but also their families and the surrounding environment.

"We want to invite all parties, especially parents and communities, to jointly guide and provide the right path so that the younger generation can grow up to be productive and useful individuals," he said.

For his actions, the eight students were charged with 3 different articles, namely Article 2 Paragraph (1) of the Emergency Law no. 12 of 1951 concerning sharp weapons with a threat of up to 10 years in prison.

Then, Article 170 of the Criminal Code concerning violence together with threats of up to 5 years and 6 months.

Furthermore, Article 114 and/or 112 of Law no. 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics with a threat of 4 to 20 years in prison or life imprisonment.