MEDAN | INDATANEWS.COM - Residents of Lingkungan 26, Tanjung Mulia Urban Village, Medan Deli District, Medan City, have finally reached the end of their patience over the increasingly uncontrolled spread of drugs in their area. The situation has triggered an open counter-movement from the community. Hundreds of residents collectively and firmly declared a "war" against suspected drug dealers who are still operating in their neighborhood.
The action took place following the dawn prayer (Shalat Subuh). In an atmosphere of strong unity, residents signed a declaration banner as a collective commitment to reject and combat all forms of drug trafficking—particularly crystal meth— which they believe has severely damaged the social fabric of the community.
Drug Problem Escalates in the Neighborhood
Residents reported that the drug trade is not only endangering the younger generation but is also directly linked to a rise in criminal activity. Increasing cases of theft, street fights, and robberies among youths are considered direct consequences of the situation. Of particular concern is the growing involvement of school students in drug use.
According to locals, dealers are actively targeting minors using various methods, including offering so-called "cheap packages" to lure them into drug consumption. The situation has developed into a serious threat to the future of the younger generation.
UNITED AGAINST DRUG TRAFFICKING: Various community elements, including BKM, men's and women's groups, and local representatives, sign the
anti-drug declaration in
Medan Deli. (PHOTO: Doc. BKM Amalyatul Huda)
Community Shows United Front
As a form of collective resistance, various community elements joined the declaration. These included the Amalyatul Huda Mosque Prosperity Board (BKM), religious men's and women's groups, neighborhood representatives, and traditional community leaders. All stood together in rejecting drug trafficking in their area.
The signing of the declaration banner became a symbol of shared determination. Residents emphasized that their neighborhood must not become a safe haven for drug activities, stressing that the move was not merely symbolic but also a clear warning to perpetrators.
Strong Demand for Police Action
During the declaration, residents also delivered a firm appeal to law enforcement authorities, particularly the narcotics unit of Polres Pelabuhan Belawan. They demanded concrete, consistent, and sustained action to dismantle suspected drug networks still operating in the area.
"We are tired of this drug problem. We hope the police will truly come and clean up our neighborhood. To the dealers: do not sell meth in our village," said Herman, a local community leader, who was supported by residents present at the event.
His statement reflected the deep frustration of the community, which has long felt directly affected by the drug issue.
The declaration marks the clear determination of residents of Lingkungan 26, Tanjung Mulia, not to continue living under the threat of drugs. They hope this initiative will become the starting point for broader change in their neighborhood, alongside stronger and sustained law enforcement efforts to fully dismantle the networks and protect the future of the younger generation.
(IDNC)REPORTER: Darmailawati | EDITOR: Fik Sagala