JAKARTA - A video showing a vehicle of the DKI Jakarta Satpol PP operational unit parked on the sidewalk went viral on social media. The action drew attention because it was carried out by an institution that has been tasked with disciplining violations of public order, including illegal parking on pedestrian lanes.
In the circulating video, a red-plated open truck is seen parked right on the sidewalk in front of the DKI Jakarta Satpol PP Headquarters, Jalan Kebon Sirih, Central Jakarta.
The video recorder even entered the office area and directly questioned the whereabouts of the vehicle to the guard.
The action triggered criticism from netizens. Many considered the action to be contradictory to the function of the Satpol PP as an enforcer of order in the public space.
In response to this, the Head of the DKI Jakarta Satpol PP, Satriadi Gunawan, apologized for the incident. He admitted that the action had caused discomfort in the community.
"We apologize for the inconvenience felt by the community regarding patrol vehicles parked on the sidewalk," Satriadi told reporters, Thursday, April 23.
Satriadi emphasized that his party understood that public trust was not only built through appeals, but also from exemplary behavior in the field.
Satriadi also ensured that the members involved had been summoned for questioning. The steps of coaching and administrative sanctions had been taken as a form of internal evaluation.
"Regarding this matter, the concerned member has been summoned by the leadership, given guidance and a warning letter as a form of evaluation," he said.
He added that his party received criticism from the public and promised to continue to improve in carrying out its duties.
Meanwhile, the Head of the Pancoran District PP Kasatpol, Charles Panjaitan, who was responsible for parking the official car, provided clarification and apologized publicly.
Charles admitted that the action was a mistake. He expressed his guilt because as part of the regional enforcement apparatus, he and his staff should set a good example for the community.
"I feel guilty for the action and I have received a reprimand from the leadership regarding my mistake," said Charles.
Charles admitted that he had been summoned by the head of the DKI Jakarta Satpol PP to undergo training. In addition, he has also received a warning letter as a form of evaluation of discipline.
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