Two Mass Organizations Clash in Front of Muhammadiyah Pamulang High School

Police guard Pamulang area from clashes between two mass organizations/Photo: SPC

TANGERANG – Two community organizations (ormas) in Pamulang, South Tangerang almost clashed on Wednesday night, November 13, 2024. The clash between the two groups was quelled by the police, so that no brawl occurred.

In a video received by VOI, Thursday, November 14, 2024, a number of police officers with long-barreled weapons in black uniforms wearing head protection were seen stalking a group of youths on motorbikes.

It is suspected that the group came from one of the mass organizations that was going to attack the other group.

Reza Maulana, a resident of Pamulang, explained that initially the clash between the two groups occurred in front of SMA Muhammadiyah 25, Jalan Surya Kencana, Pamulang, South Tangerang (Tangsel), Wednesday, November 13, at 22.30 WIB.

"Yes, there was a brawl in front of the school, SMA Muhammadiyah 25. It happened at half past 11 at night," said Reza when confirmed by VOI, Thursday, November 14.

Reza said that the two groups came from mass organizations in the Pamulang area.

"Information from residents said that the PP and BPPKP mass organizations," he said.

Meanwhile, Pamulang Police Chief, Commissioner Suhardono denied that there was a brawl in his jurisdiction. He said that his party was only patrolling, to prevent friction.

"No... there was no (brawl). Just patrolling. There was no brawl," said Suhardono.

"We are still rallying. We must rally the mass organizations first to their figures. Do not commit anarchic acts, do not have any movements. No need for provocation," he concluded.