Operation Cipta Kondisi decreases crime rate in Merauke

Merauke, InfoPublik – Operation Cipta Kondisi carried out by Merauke precinct police station (Polres) in cooperation with the military in the last few weeks had significantly slashed the crime rate in the regency.

Merauke precinct police chief Superintendent Taufik Awalluddin as quoted by the precinct's head of public relations Chief Inspector Richard Nainggolan said that the crime number had decreased.

“Prior the operation, there were over five crime reports. But now, there are two or three reports. Even sometimes, there is no report at all,” said Nainggolan.

He hoped that the public would be more aware that security was very important. Furthermore, the security could be created by stopping alcohol consumption. All this time, alcohol is a major factor that triggers crime in the region.

''We urged the public to support the operation by stopping local liquor production, like Sagero and Sopi, and illegal branded liquor distribution,'' he said. (02/mc/mrk/Abd/eyv/Translator: Erik Limantara/Photo Illustration)