Inp.polri.go.id - Yalimo.  Damai Cartenz Task Force have arrestted Aske Mabel, a former Yalimo police officer turned fugitive, at 6.30 am on  Wednesday (19/2/2025) at Abenaho District in Yalimo Regency, Papua Mountains.

Mabel, who had been on the run after stealing four AK2000P rifles from Yalimo Sub-district Police, was known for leading a series of violent crimes, including seven murders, multiple shootings, and arson attacks that terrorized the local community. 

“His arrest is a crucial step to curb armed violence and restore public safety in Papua’s highlands,” said Brigadier General Faizal Ramadhani, the Head of Damai Cartenz Operation 2025, adding that investigations will continue to hunt any remaining network linked to Mabel down.

Mabel’s arrest followed an intensive search operation after he was linked to destabilizing criminal activities in the region.

Authorities reported that during an attempt to recover additional weapons, Mabel resisted arrest and tried to escape near a ravine, forcing officers to shoot his leg..

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