ACEH TENGAH | INDATANEWS.COM – The Aceh Tengah Police have significantly stepped up efforts to maintain public order and safety by intensifying large-scale joint patrols. The operation was carried out in the early hours of Saturday (May 16, 2026) to prevent illegal street racing and potential public disturbances across several high-risk areas in Aceh Tengah Regency.
The initiative not only targets traffic violations but also aims to strengthen the public's sense of security during nighttime and early morning hours.
Coordinated Operation Across Police Units
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Aceh Tengah Police deployed personnel from multiple units, including the Traffic Unit (Satlantas), Samapta Unit, and local police sectors from Bebesen, Kebayakan, and Lut Tawar. The operation was led by the duty officer, IPTU Musmulyadi, in coordination with Pamapta personnel and supporting units.
Prior to deployment, all personnel gathered at the Aceh Tengah Police headquarters for a briefing session in the yard of the station. The briefing was conducted to align operational strategies and ensure readiness across all targeted zones.
PRE-OPERATION BRIEFING:
Aceh Tengah Police personnel from various units attend a briefing session to prepare for coordinated patrol operations. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)
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To maximize coverage, patrol vehicles from Satlantas, Samapta, Pamapta, and local precinct units were deployed to maintain mobility and rapid response capability.
During the operation, officers also engaged with residents, delivering public safety messages and encouraging community participation in maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
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Preventive Strategy Emphasized by Police ChiefAceh Tengah Police Chief, AKBP Muhamad Taufiq, stressed that the patrols are part of a preventive strategy aimed at reducing potential security disturbances, particularly illegal street racing during peak nighttime hours.
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traffic safety, and traffic flow, especially during vulnerable night and early morning hours," said AKBP Muhamad Taufiq.
Authorities confirmed that no illegal street racing activities were detected during the patrols, indicating that the visible presence of law enforcement continues to have a deterrent effect.
The overall situation across the
Aceh Tengah Police jurisdiction remained calm, secure, and under control throughout the operation. The police stated that such patrols will continue to be intensified as part of their commitment to public protection and service.
(IDNC)REPORTER: Adli Safwan | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
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