Sutantos Promises
It has been a year since General Sutanto became National Police Chief. He set some key goals when he took office on July 8, 2005, among them: clean up the image of the police, fight terrorism and stamp out gambling and illegal logging. The following is Tempos map of Sutantos first year as Police Chief:
August 29, 2006
This scene takes place in Mesujia point along the eastern Lampung-Palembang route:
Saturday, two weeks ago. In the heavy traffic, a man jumps from a moving vehicle. His head spins on seeing the truck drivers deferentially greeting police officers at the bend in the road.
A marijuana raid and cargo check was taking place. Each driver was asked to drive slowly. A short conversation ensued. They would extend a hand, shaking hands with the police, a
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