Inp.polri.go.id - Timika. The Mimika Sub-regional Police in Central Papua have deployed personnel to multiple high-risk areas following two deadly attacks by unidentified perpetrators on Tuesday (2/12/2025). 

“We remain on alert status until further notice,” Mimika Police Chief Superintendent Billyandha Hildiario said, noting that joint military–police and Civil Service Police, better known locally as Satpol PP, teams continue intensified patrols in Timika and mountainous districts.

The first victim, Bonisius Baitian (46) was killed around 1.58 pm on Jalan Poros Login SP9, Iwaka District, after being struck with a sharp weapon while riding his motorcycle. Police reported severe injuries at the scene. Hours earlier, another victim, whose identity remains unknown, was found dead near the GBI Church alley at SP2, with multiple sharp-force wounds while still seated on his motorcycle.

Authorities have increased security presence across Mimika to prevent further disturbances and urge residents to remain vigilant as investigations progress.

(mg/inp/pr/rs)