NGOCSTIP – Ojol driver became the tragic focus of a disturbing incident during a violent crackdown by police forces following protests near the DPR building. The armored police vehicle was seen charging through a crowded area in front of Rusun Benhil II. One resident named Kevin witnessed the terrifying moment when an Ojol driver who had fallen to the ground was mercilessly run over. Despite the presence of a downed person, the vehicle continued forward without slowing down. The footage circulating online shows the vehicle pushing through the crowd while demonstrators screamed in horror. Demonstrators attempted to stop the vehicle, but their efforts were ignored. Eyewitnesses believe that the actions taken by the authorities were disproportionate to the threat presented by the crowd at that time.
Kevin, a resident of the Rusun, witnessed the armored vehicle strike and then completely run over the Ojol driver. A crowd had gathered near a gas station in Pejompongan when the vehicle suddenly surged forward. The police failed to assess the crowd before moving ahead. The Ojol driver lay on the ground before the vehicle ran over him. Several fellow drivers saw the incident and immediately reacted with anger and fear. The police used extreme force, which shocked the onlookers. Social media users quickly shared video clips of the scene and expressed outrage. Many people criticized the police for putting civilians in danger and ignoring human rights while trying to break up the protest. The public raised demands for accountability and justice.
As the situation worsened, police fired tear gas toward the Rusun Benhil residential building. Witnesses reported the effects reached residents on the tenth floor. The tear gas spread beyond the protest zone and affected children and elderly individuals near the gate. Kevin described how officers launched the gas from a distance of about ten to twenty meters from the entrance. People nearby coughed and stumbled in confusion. Police gave no warning before releasing the tear gas. The thick smoke overwhelmed many and forced them to run for safety. This aggressive tactic increased public outrage. Families inside their homes suffered unintended exposure. Videos showed children crying and seniors in fear, which quickly spread online and intensified the backlash. Community leaders urged police to exercise restraint, especially around residential areas.
Dozens of officers stopped students on Jalan Gatot Subroto as they approached the DPR building. The police detained the students without giving a clear reason and brought them directly to Polda Metro Jaya’s headquarters. Plainclothes officers forced several students to the ground and caused some to fall from their motorcycles. The aggressive actions injured a number of them. Observers questioned the authorities for targeting students so harshly. Several students stated that they had no plans to join the protest. One student shouted that he had just finished school and was heading home. The police did not explain the arrests or follow any official procedures. Critics strongly condemned the situation and highlighted violations of due process. Legal experts urged the authorities to launch an investigation into the detentions.
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The image of the Ojol driver crushed by the armored vehicle shocked the nation. Civil rights groups labeled the incident as a symbol of unchecked force by security forces. Consequently, demonstrations are intensifying across major cities. The victim’s family is preparing to file legal action and demand justice. Activists are urging international human rights organizations to respond and investigate. Meanwhile, political figures have started weighing in, with several demanding crowd control reform. Additionally, the public continues to circulate footage, share personal stories, and create art to honor the fallen Ojol driver. People are calling louder than ever for full accountability. Many now question the transparency and integrity of the police response. Authorities have not delivered a public apology. The nation anxiously watches to see how officials will handle the growing pressure and demand for justice.
