JAKARTA: At least 62 supporters of legislative candidates were injured in clashes at nine locations in Puncak Jaya, Central Papua, during Wednesday’s general election.
Puncak Jaya Police said clashes between supporters wielding various weapons like arrows, knives, slingshots, and machetes occurred in Wonwi, Dokome, Yaimo, Pagaleme, Mulia, Yambi, Irimuli, Muara, and Illu.
“The first incident occurred in Wonwi at 10 am local time, stemming from a dispute over votes for their candidates,” Assistant Police Commissioner Kuswara stated in a statement.
The authorities successfully intervened to ensure the voting process continued safely, with injured individuals receiving treatment at the hospital.
Additionally, local media reported chaos at 13 polling stations in Bima, Nusa Tenggara Barat, where several individuals vandalised and set fire to equipment after vote counting. – BERNAMA
