Saturday, 31 October 2026
LABUHANBATU SELATAN | INDATANEWS.COM - Tackling drug trafficking and maintaining public safety require the involvement of all sections of society. The police are urging members of the public to take responsibility, speak up and report any suspected criminal activity. The aim is to create a safe environment and protect the younger generation.
This message was at the heart of the "Subuh Keliling" (Dawn巡回) programme organised by the Labuhanbatu Selatan Police at Baiturrahman Mosque in Asam Jawa Village, Torgamba District, in the early hours of Saturday, 31 October 2026. The event began at 4.30 am Western Indonesian Time (WIB) and provided the police with an opportunity to strengthen personal engagement and build a closer partnership with the community to maintain security and public order.Through a joint dawn prayer followed by a dialogue with worshippers, the police created a space for communication. Residents were able to raise their concerns, offer suggestions and discuss various security issues affecting their neighbourhoods.The Deputy Chief of Labuhanbatu Selatan Police, KOMPOL Moch Guntur Pryantoko, S.H., M.H., attended alongside the Head of the Detention Unit, IPTU Deni Syahputra Nasution, the Deputy Head of the Community Police Unit, IPDA Supriadi, other police officers, religious representatives and worshippers from Baiturrahman Mosque in Asam Jawa Village.
During the dialogue, residents expressed their appreciation for the "Subuh Keliling" programme. They hope the police will continue holding similar events so that personal engagement and communication between officers and the community can be further strengthened.For residents, the presence of police in their immediate neighbourhood is important not only when security problems arise. An approach based on dialogue and concern can also strengthen public trust and encourage people to speak more openly about their problems.
However, worshippers also expressed a broader wish. They hope that programmes designed to bring the police and community closer together will have a tangible impact on curbing drug trafficking, particularly in Asam Jawa Village and across Labuhanbatu Selatan Regency.These concerns highlight that the drug problem is not solely a matter of law enforcement. The trade in illegal substances also threatens the younger generation, family cohesion and the future of society.
He urged worshippers not to hesitate to inform the police if they witnessed or became aware of suspected drug-related activities in their respective neighbourhoods.
"Labuhanbatu Selatan Police urge all members of the congregation to work together to protect our surroundings from the dangers of drugs.If you witness or become aware of suspected drug trafficking, please report it to us immediately so that appropriate action can be taken in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations," he said.
The appeal underlines the role of the public as an important partner in helping the police identify potential criminal activity at an early stage. Information from residents can help officers assess the situation on the ground more effectively and initiate appropriate action in accordance with the law.The deputy police chief also reminded residents to use the 110 police emergency number as a channel for complaints and reports if they encounter incidents or potential disturbances to public security and order in Labuhanbatu Selatan Regency.
In his view, public awareness and the courage to share information are crucial factors in working with the police to create a safe, comfortable and peaceful environment.
Open communication between the police and the public is an important foundation for building public trust. Through closer engagement, the police can better understand the problems affecting residents' daily lives. At the same time, people have the opportunity to raise concerns and report potential security issues.
The presence of the police in the community should not be felt only when disturbances to public security and order occur. A people-centred approach, dialogue and continuous public service are also important elements in fostering a sense of security."Subuh Keliling" provides a setting in which police officers and residents can come together in a more personal atmosphere. The message of maintaining public security and order is intended to extend beyond the mosque into families, neighbourhoods and everyday life.
Labuhanbatu Selatan Police hope the event will further strengthen community solidarity and encourage residents to work actively alongside the police to prevent various offences, including drug abuse and illegal drug trafficking.The "Subuh Keliling" event at Baiturrahman Mosque proceeded smoothly, safely and in a peaceful atmosphere.
Labuhanbatu Selatan Police and the community declared their commitment to working together to maintain public security and order by continuing to do good and acting swiftly, intelligently, consistently and sincerely. (IDNC)REPORTER: Jhon Fitra Sagala | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
