LABUHANBATU SELATAN | INDATANEWS.COM – The Torgamba Police have once again demonstrated their firm commitment to combating palm oil theft in plantation areas. During an early morning patrol on Thursday, May 14, 2026, officers arrested two men allegedly transporting stolen fresh palm fruit bunches on a license plate–less motorcycle.
The operation is part of an ongoing policing strategy aimed at maintaining public order and curbing theft cases in plantation zones considered vulnerable to criminal activity.
Early Morning Sweep in High-Risk Plantation Zones
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The operation was led by Aiptu E. Lubis, alongside Aiptu F. Sinuhaji, Brigpol Sofiadi, and Bripda Torop. In addition to monitoring security conditions, the team urged plantation security personnel to intensify surveillance and conduct regular patrols throughout the plantation zones.
Their preventive efforts eventually led to the detection of suspicious activity in the Simpang Gundaling area, Torgamba.
The two suspects were found riding a Honda Beat motorcycle without a license plate while carrying one fresh palm fruit bunch and two sacks of loose palm fruits. Unable to provide documentation or a credible explanation regarding the origin of the goods, both men were taken to the Torgamba Police Station along with the evidence for further investigation.
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Torgamba Police Chief AKP Sunipan Gurusinga emphasized that routine patrols are a sustainable measure to combat
palm oil theft and secure plantation areas. (PHOTO: Jhon Fitra Sagala)
Police Strengthen Security MeasuresLabuhanbatu Selatan Police Chief AKBP Aditya S.P. Sembiring, through Torgamba Police Chief AKP Sunipan Gurusinga, emphasized that routine patrols remain a sustainable strategy in reducing criminal activity in plantation areas.
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palm oil products, as such actions harm many parties," he said.
He added that plantation theft not only causes financial losses to companies but also disrupts local economic stability and may trigger broader security issues in surrounding communities.
The police continue to strengthen dialogue-based patrols, enhance cooperation with company security units, and optimize surveillance during high-risk hours to limit opportunities for criminal activity.
Commitment to Public Security
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Labuhanbatu Selatan Police reaffirm their commitment to maintaining order and security through swift, intelligent, firm, and responsible policing for the protection of the public.
(IDNC)REPORTER: Jhon Fitra Sagala | EDITOR: Fik Sagala