BANDUNG - The West Java Regional Police accompanied West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi (KDM) to pick up 12 women from West Java who are suspected of being victims of human trafficking (TPPO) in Sikka Regency, East Nusa Tenggara.
Head of Public Relations of West Java Police Kombes Hendra Rochmawan said the pick-up was a form of the state's commitment to protect its citizens who are suspected of being victims of exploitation.
"The Directorate of PPA and TPPO of the West Java Police directly accompanied the Governor of West Java in the activity of picking up entertainment workers in Sikka. This is part of the effort to protect and rehabilitate the victims," said Hendra as quoted by ANTARA, Monday, February 23.
The repatriation of the victims, he said, was carried out gradually with the escort of the police and assistance from related agencies to ensure the safety and recovery of the victims.
The West Java Police also ensured that the legal process related to the alleged TPPO would continue to uncover the parties responsible in the case.
"The state is present. We ensure that the victims receive maximum protection and that the legal process against those responsible continues," said Hendra.
Hendra explained that the case is currently being handled by the Sikka Police based on Police Report Number: LP/B/13/II/2026/SPKT/Polres Sikka/Polda Nusa Tenggara Timur dated February 3, 2026.
"We continue to coordinate with the Sikka Police and the NTT Police regarding the handling of this case. Our main focus is to ensure that the victims are in a safe condition and provide the necessary assistance during the repatriation process," he said.
After being picked up and sent back to West Java, the victims will undergo health checks and psychological support before returning to their respective areas.
"If there is any involvement from the West Java region, of course we will follow up in accordance with the applicable legal provisions," he said.
The West Java Police appealed to the public to be more vigilant about job offers that are unclear about their legality and procedures and immediately report to the police if they find indications of human trafficking.
"We will also conduct further in-depth research on the network or parties involved in this alleged TPPO," he said.
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