US EditionOne killed, dozens injured at anti-government protests in Jakarta
President Prabowo Subianto ordered a thorough probe and accountability after a police armored vehicle killed 21-year-old motorcycle taxi driver Affan Kurniawan amid protests over wages and political perks.
- Indonesian police were filmed driving over motorcycle taxi driver Affan Kurniawan, 21, during protests in Jakarta, leading to his death and the detainment of seven police officers.
- Videos showed the police vehicle speeding and hitting Affan while he attempted to move away, prompting outrage and protests.
- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto expressed his deep disappointment over the excessive actions of the authorities and ordered a thorough investigation of the incident.
- The incident led to further protests, with police using tear gas on demonstrators.
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Idaho Press
Photos of violent clashes between riot police and protesters in Indonesia
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The Washington PostFour dead, buildings ablaze as Indonesians demand government accountability
Anti-government protests in Indonesia escalated in recent days, after a ride-hailing motorcycle driver was fatally struck by a police vehicle on Thursday at a demonstration near the national parliament complex in Jakarta.
At least three people died in the fire of a government building in Makassar, east of Indonesia, declared demonstrators.
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