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The death of Affan Kurniawan, an Ojol (motorcycle taxi) driver, has sparked outrage and investigations. Kurniawan was killed when he was allegedly hit and dragged by a Brimob (mobile brigade) rantis (tactical vehicle) during a protest. The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) suspects police misconduct in the incident. The Police Traffic Corps (Propam) has identified the rantis driver as Bripka R. The incident has led to demonstrations that have spread to the Police Headquarters. Grab, a ride-hailing company, has provided assistance to Kurniawan's family. The Chairman of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), Puan Maharani, has promised to monitor the case. The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has called for a fair and transparent process. The death of Kurniawan has also been mourned by public figures, including the Governor of West Java, Ridwan Kamil, and the Chairman of the PBNU (the largest Islamic organization in Indonesia), Said Aqil Siraj. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of Ojol drivers and has led to calls for better protection and justice.

Buca forest fire's ignition moment captured on camera; five suspects transferred to court.

In Izmir's Buca district, a suspect was arrested for allegedly starting a forest fire. The fire caused significant damage, with local officials describing it as 'hell on earth'. Two individuals were detained in connection with the incident, and efforts to combat the blaze continued in Buca and other affected areas.