PAPUA - A total of 14 organic to assembled firearms including 15 rounds of ammunition were handed over by the Papuan people to the Commander of Korem 173/Praja Vira Braja Brigadier General Taufan Gestoro.
Danrem 173/PVB Brigadier General Taufan Gestoro said the handover of weapons and ammunition was one of the clear evidences of the Papuan people, especially those in mountainous areas, wanting to live safely and peacefully.
In addition, continued Danrem, this proves that the existence of the TNI task force is well received and provides a sense of security in the community.
"I thank all people who consciously have handed over weapons and ammunition voluntarily. This indicates that the current community understands more and understands the existence of the TNI task force in their area," said Danrem in a written statement, quoted from Antara, Thursday, September 1.
The handover was carried out at the Yudha Korem Hall 173, Thursday 1 September. Dozens of weapons were handed over by residents from several areas of responsibility for Korem 173/PVB including Puncak Jaya, Puncak, Deiyai and Paniai, and Intan Jaya Regencies.
The type of firearm that was handed over directly to Kasiintel Korem 173/PVB Lieutenant Colonel Kav. Ali Siregar, namely four long-barreled rifles and 10 short-barreled rifles and 15 rounds of mixed ammunition. This weapon was then handed over to Denpal Biak as a material builder.
The delivery of firearms and ammunition were the result of coaching by the TNI Task Force and an intelligence team located in the Kolakops Korem ranks 173/PVB.
"I invite all Papuan people to work together to build a peaceful Papua for the progress of Papua in the future," said Gestoro.
Present at the event were Kasrem 173/PVB, Dandim 1708/BN Lt. Col. Inf. Daniel Manalu, Biak Police Chief AKBP Tri Adi, and Kabalak aju Kodam XVII/Cenderawasih.
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