Officers Find Projectiles Inside Train Series After Shooting Event At Serpong Station

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JAKARTA - VP Corporate Secretary of KAI Commuter, Anne Purba admitted that the vandalism damaged the windows of the 2138 Electric Railroad (KRL) connection between Tanah Abang-Rangkasbitung, crossing Palmerah Station-Kebayoran Station, came from air rifle fire.

This is based on reports from officers who found projectiles inside KRL 2138.

"Based on the results of the search and inspection at the scene by officers, projectiles were found inside KRL 2138 around the window glass that was hit by the shot from the air rifle," said Anne in a written statement, Thursday, March 31.

For this incident, Anne confirmed that her party had cooperated with the police to reveal the vandalism case. According to her, the incident was an act that violated the Criminal Code Chapter VII Article 194 paragraph 1 regarding Crimes that Endanger Public Security for People or Property with a maximum threat of 15 years in prison.

In addition, this action can also be charged with Article 180 of Law Number 23 of 2007 concerning Railways. For carrying out vandalism activities.

"The perpetrators of vandalism are threatened with imprisonment from 3 years to 15 years in prison and or a maximum fine of IDR 2 billion.

On that occasion, Anne said her party would cooperate with local authorities to improve security. This is done to support the safety of train users from various activities.

"We must cooperate with the region and we regularly meet with residents to support safety with various activities," she said.

Previously, it was reported that a shooting took place at Serpong Station, South Tangerang. VP Corporate Secretary of KAI Commuter, Anne Purba confirmed the incident.