The Bengkayang Police recorded an increase in public security and order disturbances throughout 2025. A total of 179 cases were handled, up by 24 cases or about 13 percent compared to 2024, when 155 cases were reported.
Deputy Chief of Bengkayang Police, Commissioner Anne Tria Sefyn, said the increase is a serious concern for the police force. Even so, she emphasized that overall security conditions in Bengkayang remain safe and under control.
According to Anne, the rise in cases serves as important evaluation material to strengthen prevention efforts and law enforcement that is more measured and humane. She delivered the statement during the 2025 year-end press release in Bengkayang on Monday.
Based on analysis and evaluation from January 1 to December 30, 2025, Bengkayang Police received 179 police reports. Of these, 115 cases were successfully resolved. In addition, 35 backlog cases were cleared, while 64 cases are still under investigation.
By crime type, conventional crimes continued to dominate with 147 cases. From this total, 92 cases were resolved, 24 backlog cases were completed, and 55 cases remain in progress. The clearance rate for this category reached approximately 79 percent.
Meanwhile, transnational crimes accounted for 25 cases. Seventeen cases were resolved, seven backlog cases were completed, and eight cases are still being processed. The clearance rate for transnational crimes was considered very high at 96 percent.
For crimes involving state assets, Bengkayang Police handled seven cases throughout 2025. Six cases were resolved, while one case remains under investigation. Anne described this achievement as relatively optimal.
She also confirmed that throughout 2025, no crimes with contingency implications or potential to trigger major disturbances were found. In other words, this category was recorded as zero cases.
Several high-profile cases drew public attention during 2025. These included 4C crimes, namely aggravated theft, robbery, motor vehicle theft, and ordinary theft. Other notable cases involved the protection of women and children, thuggery, human trafficking and the protection of Indonesian migrant workers, as well as cybercrime under the Electronic Information and Transactions Law, such as online fraud and digital defamation.
From a regional perspective, Bengkayang District recorded the highest number of cases with 42 incidents. It was followed by Sungai Raya Kepulauan District with 19 cases, Monterado with 18 cases, Jagoi Babang with 17 cases, and Lembah Bawang and Sungai Raya with 13 cases each. Other districts reported relatively lower numbers.
In terms of timing, the highest number of public security cases occurred in March and April, each recording 21 cases. October followed with 18 cases, while January, August, and September each recorded around 16 cases.
By case category, sexual intercourse cases topped the list with 22 cases, followed by drug-related cases with 19 incidents. Aggravated theft accounted for 17 cases, ordinary theft 14 cases, motor vehicle theft 13 cases, and assault 12 cases. Other notable cases included domestic violence, sexual violence, vandalism, and violence against children.
Regarding detainees, Bengkayang Police recorded 112 male detainees and four female detainees. In addition, eight minors were involved in legal cases, consisting of five boys and two girls.
Throughout 2025, Bengkayang Police also managed to recover and safeguard state and public losses totaling more than Rp1.56 billion. This amount included approximately Rp764.8 million from conventional crimes, Rp268.1 million from transnational crimes, and Rp531.5 million from crimes against state assets.
Commissioner Anne stressed that the police will continue to prioritize preventive and preemptive measures. These efforts include routine patrols, strengthening the role of community police officers, and enhancing synergy with local government and all elements of society.
She also urged residents of Bengkayang to take an active role in maintaining public security by staying alert, not being easily influenced by hoaxes, and immediately reporting any potential security threats to the police.
Security, Anne concluded, is a shared responsibility, not solely the duty of the police, to ensure Bengkayang remains safe, orderly, and comfortable for everyone.