Puncak-Ilaga, February 3, 2025 – A violent incident occurred in Sinak District, Puncak Regency, when a KKB group led by Kalenak Murib and Tenius Kulua attacked two villages. On Monday afternoon, February 3, 2025, around 16:29 WIT, they set fire to four government buildings in Kampung Kelemame and Kampung Pasir Putih.
According to Brigadier General Pol. Dr. Faizal Ramadhani, S.Sos., S.I.K., M.H., Head of Operation Damai Cartenz, and accompanied by Deputy Head of Operation Kombes Pol. Adarma Sinaga, S.I.K., M.Hum., the fire occurred after the police received a report from residents. Along with the Damai Cartenz 2025 Task Force, the Sinak Police moved to respond to the incident.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the incident stemmed from a conflict involving infidelity within the KKB group, particularly involving Tenius Kulua. The issue escalated tensions, leading to the burning actions carried out by the KKB group led by Kalenak Murib.
As a result of the attack, several public facilities were targeted and set on fire, including:
– The Pasir Putih Village Office
– The Kelemame Village Office
– Two Kelemame Elementary School buildings
In his statement, Kombes Pol. Yusuf Sutejo, S.I.K., M.T., Head of Public Relations for Operation Damai Cartenz 2025, urged the public to remain calm and not be easily provoked. He also emphasized the importance of cooperation between the public and security forces in maintaining order.
“We ask the public to stay alert and report any suspicious activities to security forces immediately. Collaboration between the community and the authorities is crucial to creating a safe environment,” said Kombes Pol. Yusuf.
