inp.polri.go.id - Makassar. Police are prosecuting 47 street criminals arrested during raids and case investigations over the past month in Makassar City, South Sulawesi. Of these, four are known to be minors.
Makassar Sub-regional City Police Chief, Senior Superintendent Arya Perdana, emphasized that all perpetrators will be prosecuted according to applicable law, including those who are still minors.
"Although four perpetrators are minors, we will process all of them after being named suspects. This is an effort by us to maintain order and a more conducive situation in Makassar City," said Arya Perdana in Makassar on Saturday (9/5/2026).
According to him, the investigation into these cases is part of the police's efforts to prevent crime and follow up on public reports, including cases of motorcycle gang brawls.
During the operation over the past month, police arrested 47 individuals involved in a number of cases, ranging from motor vehicle theft and murder to gang brawls.
From these investigations, police confiscated nine vehicles related to the motor vehicle theft cases. In addition, the police also confiscated 191 arrows, several machetes, and other sharp objects.
Other evidence seized included a laptop, a gas cylinder, and an electronic toll card.
"This evidence will be used as evidence in court," he said.
Arya also mentioned that the police have handled the theft of a mosque donation box that previously went viral on social media. Furthermore, the perpetrator of the murder case, who fled to Jakarta, has been arrested and is currently undergoing investigation.
"There are 40 police reports being followed up. The evidence collected has been collected over the past month. We continue to conduct raids and arrests in minor cases," he said.
All suspects are currently undergoing legal proceedings in accordance with applicable regulations. The police are also continuing to intensify patrols and raids to prevent street crime and maintain security in Makassar.
These measures are expected to make the public feel safer in carrying out their activities and maintain a conducive situation in Makassar.
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