ACEH TENGAH | INDATANEWS.COM – In an effort to maintain public order and safety, as well as to ensure a secure environment for residents during nighttime and early morning hours, the Aceh Tengah Police (Polres Aceh Tengah) have stepped up joint patrol operations to prevent illegal street racing and potential public disturbances across several vulnerable areas in the regency early Thursday, May 21, 2026.
The operation involved a joint task force comprising the Traffic Unit (Satlantas), the Samapta unit, and other on-duty personnel. The patrol was directly led by Ipda Heri Lahat, serving as the field operation commander (Pawas), alongside Pamapta personnel.
Prior to deployment, all officers attended a briefing and roll call at the police headquarters to align strategies and ensure operational readiness for an effective and targeted mission.
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Aceh Tengah Police headquarters to optimize operational strategy. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)
Focus on Known Racing HotspotsFollowing the briefing, officers were deployed to several locations identified as potential hotspots for illegal street racing and public order disturbances. These included Jalur Dua Kebet, Mongal Simpang Wariji, Blang Kolak II, the old bus terminal area, Jalan Lintang, Simpang Empat, and various points across Takengon city.
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PUBLIC AWARENESS INITIATIVE: Satlantas and Samapta officers provide safety guidance to young residents in Takengon to support public order and security. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)
Preventive Dialogue with Residents
Read Also: Aceh Tengah Police Arrest PPPK Employee in Sound System Theft Case In addition to surveillance, officers conducted community engagement patrols, delivering public safety messages to residents, particularly young people seen gathering in public spaces late at night. The police urged the community to actively support efforts in maintaining public order and creating a safe environment.
Aceh Tengah Police Chief AKBP Muhamad Taufiq emphasized that routine patrols during critical hours are a preventive measure to suppress illegal racing and traffic-related disturbances.
"These patrols are intended to create a sense of security among the public and prevent potential disruptions to public order and road safety, especially during nighttime and early morning hours," he said.
No illegal street racing activities were detected during the operation, indicating that the visible presence of police serves as an effective deterrent against violations and public disturbances.
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(IDNC)REPORTER: Adli Safwan | EDITOR: Fik Sagala