jpnn.com, MALUKU - A clash broke out at the border between Kariuw village and Ori village in Haruku Island district, Central Maluku regency, Maluku, Wednesday (26/1) morning.
Maluku Police spokesman Senior Commissioner Mohamad Roem Ohoirat said a clash also occurred the day before.
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"This morning, the masses clashed again, but now police members were on standby," Ohoirat told JPNN, Wednesday (26/1).
The masses brought firearms. As a result, a policeman was shot.
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The Maluku Police could not confirm whether there were residents who were also shot or injured.
"We are still waiting for reports from members in the field," said Ohoirat.
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Police suspected that the clashes were triggered by misunderstandings among residents. (cuy/fat/mcr20/jpnn)
This news has been broadcast on JPNN.com with the title: Bentrokan Warga di Maluku Tengah Pecah, Satu Polisi Tertembak