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Borneo on Law enforcement

Most recent record dated August 23, 2026.

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2026-08-23
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The Story

Indonesian police have arrested 72 individuals suspected of intentionally starting recent forest and peatland fires. These fires have caused widespread, hazardous smoke across central and western regions of the country.

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The Record

  1. 2026-08-23
    Indonesian police arrest 72 people suspected of starting forest fires
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  2. 2026-08-23
    Policía de Indonesia arresta a 72 sospechosos de provocar incendios forestales
  3. 2026-08-23
    Indonesian police arrest 72 people suspected of starting forest fires