On 13th May four activists from the West Papua National Committee (KNPB) were arrested at a peaceful demonstration in Jayapura. They have reportedly been beaten. We are extremely concerned for their safety. Please send a text message (SMS) or telephone to the head of police in Papua requesting that they release the activists and let him know we are watching.
Head of Police in Papua – Tito Karnavia: +62811161777
We recommend you send the following text (SMS) message:
“Bebaskan Victor Yeimo dan aktivis KNPB. Kami mengawasi dengan cermat apa yang Anda lakukan. Anda harus Menghormati hak asasi Manusia Internasional. ”
Translation: “Free Victor Yeimo and the KNPB activists. We are watching closely what you are doing. You must respect international human rights.”
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