The Tegas Police Called An Explosion In Aspol Sukoharjo Not Terror, Allegedly Member Excessive

Central Java Police Chief, Inspector General Ahmad Luthfi/DOK Central Java Police

JAKARTA - The Central Java Regional Police confirmed that the explosion incident that occurred around the Arumbara Police Dormitory (Aspol) in Grogol, Sukoharjo Regency, was not related to acts of terror. However, it is suspected that it was due to the negligence of the members. "It is confirmed that it is not a bomb and is not related to terrorism," said Central Java Police Chief, Inspector General Ahmad Luthfi in his statement, Monday, September 26. Based on the results of the investigation, the explosion came from a package containing firecrackers. In fact, the package was evidence that was secured during the raid in 2021, then. So far, only a firecracker was delivered by someone with the initials S. While the recipient of the package is a resident of Klaten with the initials A. However, the cause of the package could explode and be under the power of Bripka Dirgantara is still being investigated. "It is not yet known why Bripka Dirgantara brought it," he said. In the process, at least 7 witnesses have been questioned. However, the examination has not yet been completed because Bripka Dirgantara is still undergoing medical treatment. "The witnesses examined include package senders, package recipients and members of the Surakarta Police Intelligence and Security Unit," said Luthfi. The explosion incident occurred on September 25 yesterday. In fact, it caused one member to suffer severe burns. He is Bripka Dirgantara Pradipta. Currently, the member of the National Police is still being treated at Moewardi Hospital Solo.