Central Java Police Wanti-wanti Firecracker Sellers And The Community, Regarding The Dangers And Consequences

Destruction of explosives/ Photo: Doc. Cilacap Police

In order to maintain order and comfort during the month of Ramadan, the Central Java Police appealed to the entire community not to turn on firecrackers. This is also an education to the public about the potential hazards that can be caused by the use of firecrackers, which are not only disturbing, but can also endanger mutual safety.

"The use of firecrackers not only disturbs the peace of worship but also has the potential to cause fires, serious injuries, and casualties. We urge the public to prioritize safety and maintain public order during the holy month of Ramadan," said Head of Public Relations of the Central Java Police, Kombes Satake Bayu in a written statement, Wednesday, March 6.

It was stated that the use of firecrackers also violated the law, namely Article 1 paragraph 1 of the Emergency Law Number 12 of 1951.

The regulation explains that: Anyone, who without the right to enter Indonesia, makes, receives, tries to obtain, hand over or tries to hand over, controls, carries, has supplies to him or has in his property, keeps, transports, hides, uses or removes from Indonesia any firearm, ammunition or something explosives, is sentenced to death or life imprisonment or a maximum temporary prison sentence of twenty years. "explained Satake.

The threat of severe punishment awaits violators and dealers of explosives without permission, including people playing firecrackers.

"So please help the public to know about the law," he said.

It also does not hesitate to take firm action against anyone who is proven to have violated the provisions. He emphasized that this is in order to maintain the comfort and security of the entire community in worshiping in the month of Ramadan.

The Head of Public Relations also reminded the public to remain vigilant and report to the authorities if they find the sale of illegal firecrackers or suspicious activities in the surrounding environment.

"Report if you find the circulation of firecrackers and explosives in the environment. With the cooperation and awareness of all elements of society, it is hoped that this year's holy month will be safe, peaceful, and full of blessings for all of us," he said.