Indonesia: Increased security measures ongoing in Pancoran, South Jakarta, March 18, following clashes in the area

Event

Authorities are maintaining heightened security measures in Pancoran, South Jakarta, as of March 18, following clashes in the area the previous night. The incident was related to a land dispute between locals and a state-owned company. The skirmishes, which occurred along Jalan Raya Pasar Minggu and nearby Jalan Pancoran Buntu II, reportedly involved the use of Molotov cocktails and injured around 20 people.

The increased presence of security personnel will likely continue in the location in the coming days. Police could implement checkpoints and road closures in the affected area; the clashes reportedly resulted in temporary street closures in the area from late March 17 through early March 18. Additional clashes and localized transport and business disruptions are possible.

Advice

Exercise caution in the affected area. Plan for increased security and possible transport disruptions in the location. If violence occurs nearby, immediately leave the area. Heed all official security and transport instructions.