Inp.polri.go.id - Jayapura. The Indonesian National Police (INP) has urged Papuan residents to stay alert against disinformation and propaganda spread by the armed criminal group (KKB), aimed at inciting fear and mistrust.

Brigadier General Faizal Ramadhani, the Head of Damai Cartenz Task Force, dismissed allegations of genocide against indigenous Papuans (OAP) by the military and police as unfounded. 

"These claims are baseless hoaxes intended to provoke fear and disrupt the community," he said on Saturday (25/1/2025), as quoted by antaranews.com.

Chief Faizal explained that the KKB uses false narratives to create unrest and damage the reputation of security forces. He emphasized  that the military and police are committed to protecting all citizens, including indigenous Papuans, without bias.

“We will continue to operate with a lawful, measured, and humane approach to maintain security in Papua,” Chief Faizal asserted, encouraging Papuan residents to verify information and reach out to authorities for assistance when needed.

The police warned that KKB often exploits sensitive issues to divert attention from their criminal activities. 

(mg/inp/pr/nm)