Why polri Is Trending Today?

Explore key developments that caused polri to trend — updated as the story unfolds.

5 key events detected
September 5, 2025 at 4:41 AM
The Kompolnas, or National Police Commission, hopes that the trial of a Brimob (Mobile Brigade) driver who fatally hit an Ojol (online motorcycle taxi) rider will serve as an ethical lesson. The driver, who was involved in a road rage incident, is currently facing a disciplinary hearing.
September 4, 2025 at 4:39 AM
Kompol Cosmas, a high-ranking police officer, was dismissed from his position in the Indonesian National Police (Polri) following a viral video showing a Brimob (Mobile Brigade Corps) officer, later identified as Affan Kurniawan, being run over by a motorcycle. During his ethics hearing, Cosmas cried and expressed regret, stating that he was only following orders. He was later found guilty of violating police regulations in the case and was given a disciplinary sanction of demotion in rank. Despite his dismissal, Cosmas considered appealing the decision. The incident sparked public outrage and led to the dismissal of Cosmas from his position.
August 29, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The Propam division of the Indonesian National Police (Polri) is investigating a case involving a Mobile Brigade (Brimob) vehicle that hit and killed an Ojol (motorcycle taxi) driver. The incident has led to the involvement of external parties and the establishment of an ethical code violation by seven Brimob members. The main suspect, a Bripka R, has been identified, and the case is being handled directly by the Propam. The Chief of the Brimob has apologized to the victim's family and handed over the matter to the Propam. The investigation is ongoing, with seven officers still being examined, and the head of the Propam has assured that the perpetrators have been secured and are being investigated. The National Police Chief has apologized and ordered the Propam to thoroughly investigate the incident.
August 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
The Indonesian National Police (Polri) has announced a significant reshuffle, with 43 strategic positions being changed, including the leadership of key institutions like the Regional Military Command Siliwangi and the Special Forces Command (Kopaska). Among the notable changes, Irjen Asep Edi Suhari has been appointed as the new Chief of the Metropolitan Jaya Regional Police (Polda Metro Jaya), replacing Irjen Asep Adi Saputra. Additionally, Irjen Krishna Murti has been reassigned from his position as the Head of the Police's Professional Education and Training Division (Kadivhubinter) to become a Senior Advisor to the Chief of the Indonesian National Police (Kapolri). The House of Representatives (DPR) has urged the police to prioritize solving major cases and addressing internal issues amidst these changes.
August 5, 2025 at 3:29 PM
General Sigit Mutasi to become Sahlijemen Kapolri; Seven Kapolda, including Polda Metro Jaya, mutasi; Fadil Imran mutasi from Kabaharkam to Astamaops Polri; 42 TNI Pati mutasi, with promotions and retirements; Five three-star generals mutasi in Polri's latest reshuffle; Karyoto mutasi to Kabaharkam, Asep Edi becomes Kapolda Metro Jaya; Fadil Imran becomes Astamaops Kapolri, Wiyagus becomes Kabaintelkam Polri; Irjen Karyoto promoted to Bintang 3, mutasi to Kabaharkam.