JAKARTA - Koops TNI Habema is pursuing members of the Free Papua Organization (OPM) who are suspected of killing three civilians around Jalan Trans Papua, Seradala District, Yahukimo Regency, Papua Mountains.

The victims consisted of a married couple and a woman from the Unaukam tribe.

"Following up on this incident, the Koops TNI Habema continues to coordinate with related authorities to conduct investigations, prosecutions, and law enforcement against the perpetrators in accordance with applicable regulations," said the Head of Information Koops, Lieutenant Colonel (Inf.) Wirya Arthadiguna in a press release reported by ANTARA, Wednesday, July 22.

The persecution was allegedly carried out by the OPM group led by Kopitua Heluka (Danops Kodap Yahukimo).

Information about the heinous act, continued Wirya, was also published by OPM through the Central Command of the National Liberation Army of West Papua (TPNPB).

"In the information they claimed to be responsible for the shooting that resulted in three civilians being killed," said Wirya.

Until now, his party has not been able to provide more detailed information regarding the chronology of the persecution. KoopsHabema, continued Wirya, is still focused on finding information about the whereabouts of the perpetrator.

In addition, Koops Habema will also strengthen security in the region in order to provide a sense of security to the surrounding community.

"Koops TNI Habema will continue to work selectively, measured, professionally, and according to law to provide a sense of security for the community and ensure that perpetrators are held accountable for their actions," said Wirya.


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