Freeport Security Tightened To Avoid KKB Interference

JAYAPURA - Papuan Police Chief Inspector General Mathius Fakhiri said the security forces continued to tighten security around PT Freeport's operational area in Mimika Regency, to avoid disturbance by armed criminal groups (KKB).

"The Cartenz Peace Task Force continues to monitor, check, and evaluate for insulation," said the Papuan Police Chief, quoted by Antara, Wednesday, June 22.

Inspector General Fakhiri said the blockade was carried out to avoid disruption to mining activities and the community.

"I hope that in the future security disturbances and the occurrence of violence that causes the loss of people's lives will continue to decrease," he said

The Papuan Police Chief said that currently the security and security situation around the mining area of PT. Freeport is relatively safe and under control. However, the security forces continue to protect the mining which is included in the national vital object.

"Hopefully the security conditions in the area will continue to be conducive so that activities will continue normally," he said.