jpnn.com, MALUKU - Two people died during clashes that broke out at the border between Kariuw village and Ori village in Haruku Island district, Central Maluku regency, Maluku, Wednesday (26/1) morning.
"According to the reports we received, there were two people died and three others injured," said Maluku Police spokesman Senior Commissioner Mohamad Roem Ohoirat.
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One of the three people injured was a police officer.
The policeman reportedly suffered injuries to his jaw after being shot by the clashing residents.
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Residents brought firearms to the clashes.
The injured police member has been taken to a hospital in Ambon to receive intensive care.
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The Maluku Police are still looking into other possible victims. (cuy/mcr20/jpnn)
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