The Shooting Of The Former Police Chief In Puncak Jaya Is Suspected Of Being Carried Out By The KKB

Puncak Jaya Police Chief AKBP Kuswara. BETWEEN/HO/Documentation.

The shooting incident that killed the former Mulia Police Chief rocked Puncak Jaya Regency, Central Papua. The victim is known as Iptu (Ret.) Djamal Renhoat (62), who was shot by an armed criminal group (KKB) on Monday night, April 7, 2025.

The Head of the Puncak Jaya Police, AKBP Kuswara, confirmed the incident and said the shooting took place at the victim's house which also functions as a kiosk, located in Wuyukwi Village, Mulia District.

"It's true, the victim was shot by the KKB and died from gunshot wounds," said Kuswara when confirmed in Jayapura.

Until now, the security forces are still conducting an investigation to ensure the group of perpetrators responsible for the action. There is no definite information regarding the affiliates of the KKB group involved in the attack.

The victim's body has been evacuated to Mulia Hospital. Based on the initial examination, Djamal suffered a gunshot wound to the right cheek that penetrated his neck.

"For the burial location, we are still waiting for the family's decision. It could be buried in Mulia or sent back to her hometown," added the Police Chief.

Regarding the security situation in the area, Kuswara explained that the current condition is still under control. However, police personnel are still on standby to anticipate the potential conflict due to tensions between the two groups supporting the regent and deputy regent pairs.

"Although relatively safe, we remain on standby due to friction between supporters related to the dispute over the election results," he explained.