Thursday, 30 July 2026
BIREUEN | INDATANEWS.COM - Aceh Police Chief Inspector General of Police Ruddi Setiawan has expressed his deepest condolences over the death of Indonesian Army Military Police (POM TNI AD) personnel, Pratu Galuh Nugraha. The soldier was killed while assisting police officers in preventing the escape of a suspected drug dealer near a gas station in Cot Meurak Village, Juli District, Bireuen Regency, on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Through Aceh Regional Police Public Relations Chief Police Commissioner Joko Krisdiyanto, the Aceh Police Chief praised the courage and willingness of Pratu Galuh Nugraha to assist law enforcement efforts. He said the soldier had demonstrated the instincts and commitment of a law enforcement officer while supporting the police operation against drug trafficking."This incident is a tragedy for all of us. We extend our deepest condolences over the passing of Pratu Galuh Nugraha from the Indonesian Army Military Police. He showed extraordinary dedication as a soldier and law enforcement personnel by assisting the police in the arrest of a suspected drug dealer. May the deceased receive the best place beside God, and may his family be given strength and comfort," Joko said in a statement at the Bireuen Police Headquarters on Sunday, July 26, 2026.
Joko explained that the incident began during an operation to arrest four suspected drug dealers who were traveling in a vehicle. The operation was carried out against individuals suspected of being part of a drug distribution network operating in Bireuen Regency.
During the operation, officers managed to arrest one person who was allegedly a member of the Mobile Brigade Corps (Brimob). Meanwhile, the three other suspects escaped and remain on the authorities' wanted list.While pursuing the fleeing suspects, officers fired shots in their direction. Under these circumstances, a stray bullet struck a civilian at the scene who was also assisting officers in the arrest operation.
The victim was immediately taken to a hospital for medical treatment. After an examination, authorities confirmed that the injured person was Pratu Galuh Nugraha, a member of the Indonesian Army Military Police."At the time of the incident, there were four suspected perpetrators inside the vehicle. One person, who was allegedly a member of Brimob, was arrested, while three others fled and remain under pursuit. During the chase, officers fired shots toward the suspects. A stray bullet then struck a person who was assisting the arrest and was later identified as a member of the Indonesian Army Military Police," Joko explained.
The coordination between the two institutions was carried out to exchange initial facts regarding the incident, ensure the victim's treatment, support the investigation process, and maintain communication and cooperation between the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and the Indonesian National Police (Polri).
According to Joko, cooperation between law enforcement institutions is crucial to ensuring that the case is investigated transparently and professionally. Aceh Police has also guaranteed that the legal process will be carried out in accordance with applicable regulations."On behalf of the entire Aceh Police family and all units, we once again express our deepest condolences to the family of Pratu Galuh Nugraha, as well as to the entire leadership and personnel of the Indonesian Armed Forces," he said.
In addition to expressing condolences, Joko urged the public to remain calm and not be easily influenced by information whose accuracy has not yet been confirmed.
He appealed to the public not to spread unverified photos, videos, or reports related to the incident, as such actions could create confusion and misinformation within the community."If members of the public witnessed the incident directly or have information related to the case, we hope they are willing to provide it to investigators to help with the clarification and investigation process," Joko stated.
Aceh Police also called on anyone with information regarding the incident to coordinate with investigators so that the case can be resolved optimally. Authorities continue their search for the three suspected drug dealers who escaped and remain at large. (IDNC)REPORTER: Adli Safwan | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
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