JAKARTA - The Head of the Defense Information Bureau of the General Secretariat of the Ministry of Defense (Moeldoko), Brigadier General TNI Rico Ricardo Sirait assessed that the involvement of the TNI in eradicating the act of robbery in Jakarta is part of carrying out the mission of military operations other than war (OMSP).
"In principle, the main task of law enforcement remains with the National Police. However, in the context of OMSP, the TNI also has the duty to assist local governments and assist the National Police in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulations," said Rico as quoted by ANTARA, Tuesday, May 26.
Rico stated this when asked about Kodam Jaya which deployed a combat battalion to help the National Police handle the robbery in Jakarta.
According to Rico, what the Jaya Kodam team did was only aimed at ensuring that the community was safe and comfortable.
This is done by conducting joint patrols, socializing to the community in a humanistic manner and taking other preventive measures.
In addition, said Rico, the efforts of Kodam Jaya are also in line with the program of the Minister of Defense Sjafri Sjamsoeddin, who has assigned the TP Infantry Regiment in all areas to protect residents from various criminal acts.
However, Rico emphasized that the TNI also had certain limitations in handling the begal action. The TNI, said Rico, prioritizes coordination and cooperation with the National Police as the party entitled to take legal action.
"Of course, all implementation will continue to prioritize professionalism, coordination with the National Police, and a humanistic approach in accordance with applicable rules," said Rico.
With good coordination and cooperation between the TNI and the National Police, Rico believes that the begal action can be handled more optimally.
OMSP is a non-combat mission of a humanitarian nature. This mission is usually carried out by the TNI at certain times such as evacuating residents during disasters, building infrastructure at disaster sites, securing residents, and providing health services.
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