JAKARTA - The police used tear gas to disperse a brawl involving residents of Gang Tuyul RW 04 and residents of RW 012 in the Manggarai Tunnel, Jalan Dr. Soepomo, Manggarai, Tebet, South Jakarta, on Friday afternoon at around 15.00 WIB.
"Yes, use tear gas so it will disperse quickly," said Head of Public Relations of South Jakarta Police, AKBP Murodih to reporters, Friday, December 2.
Murodih said that the purpose of the use was not only to disperse the brawl, but also to create a conducive situation, so as not to interfere with road users.
"Let it quickly dissolve and not disturb the people who use the road," he said.
When contacted separately, KAI Commuter Corporate Secretary VP, Karina Amanda, said that she asked train users not to panic when exposed to tear gas from the brawl.
"However, users who are affected by tear gas are directed by officers to the Manggarai Station health post for first aid," said Karina.
Meanwhile, for the operation of the Commuter Line journey was also not disturbed by the incident. "Currently, KAI Commuter officers and Tebet Police are still on standby as a precaution against subsequent fights," he said.
Therefore, he appealed to passengers not to panic, remain calm and always follow the instructions of officers while prioritizing safety.
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