Widespread Clashes, Police Push Back Demonstrators In Front Of The DPR To Slipi

Rizky A-VOI

The clash between the masses of action and the police has occurred again. This time, it took place at the intersection of Palmerah Station, West Jakarta.

The clashes were triggered by a mob throwing plastic bottles at the police barricades. However, an appeal to disperse has been given.

"Let's disband, this is no longer a demonstration but it has been vandalized," said a police officer from a loudspeaker.

The crowd did not heed the appeal. In fact, the wilder the officers threw stones at them. Stones to tree items became thrown objects.

The clash between the masses, the majority of whom were students and the police, occurred at around 13.30 WIB.

Until finally, the police responded to the throw by firing water at the crowd using a water cannon.

The crowd did not immediately withdraw, so the police decided to shoot tear gas. There were five explosions heard.