Metro Police Chief: Workers' Demo Security Is Not Equipped With Guns, The Use Of Eye Gas Is Only On His Order

Security from the authorities at the August 21, 2025 demonstration in front of the DPR Jakarta Building. (Rizky A-VOI)

JAKARTA - Metro Jaya Police Chief Inspector General Asep Edi Suheri ordered all ranks not to carry or use firearms (senpi) in securing demonstrations in the DPR Building area, Jakarta.

The order was conveyed while provinceing an assembly of troops for the readiness to secure the demonstration, Thursday, August 28.

"No one carries firearms, no shootings. Don't be aggressive or emotional. The safety of the community and members is a priority, we put forward a humanist attitude," said Asep.

In addition, Asep also asked all his staff not to be repressive. The use of tear gas is only when there is a direct order from him.

The repressive action was only carried out by the Criminal Investigation Team against the masses who acted anarchically. The use of tear gas can only be done on the direct orders of the Kapolda," he said.

If in the security process there are prohibited items such as Molotov cocktails or sharp weapons, personnel are asked to immediately secure according to procedures.

In addition, Asep emphasized that all personnel should prioritize a humanist and measurable attitude in their duties. He reminded members not to move on their own, remain united, and always coordinate with field commanders.

"Control ourselves, be patient and measured. Don't be easily provoked, don't violate the rules. Everything moves one command," said Asep.

Meanwhile, in the security scheme, Polda Metro Jaya deployed 4,531 personnel related to securing demonstrations by labor groups in front of the DPR RI Building.

The Head of Public Relations of the Polda Metro Jaya Kombes Ade Ary Syam Indradi detailed that the thousands of personnel consisted of 2,174 Polda Metro Jaya personnel, 1,725 Under Operations Personnel (BKO) involving elements of the TNI AD, Marines, Brimob Headquarters, Den C, Kodim Jakarta, Kogas Sabhara, Satpol PP, and Dishub, as well as 632 police personnel. ranks.

"Polda Metro Jaya has prepared 4,531 joint personnel to secure demonstrations by labor groups," said Ade