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An Indomaret store in Sibolga, North Sumatra was looted amid a natural disaster that blocked main aid distribution roads. The looting was confirmed by Indomaret's management, who cited blocked access routes as a likely cause. While the company hasn't decided on legal action, they prioritize restoring regional stability to facilitate aid delivery.
An Indomaret store in Sibolga, North Sumatra, was targeted by looters during a recent natural disaster that severely impacted the region. Amateur video footage obtained by detikcom showed a crowd of individuals removing goods from the store. The looting occurred as the main road for aid distribution remained blocked by disaster debris.
Indomaret's management confirmed the incident through Bastari Akmal, Marcomm Executive Director. Akmal stated that the looting was likely a consequence of the blocked access routes preventing aid delivery. As of now, the company is prioritizing the restoration of regional stability to allow aid to reach the affected areas.
While Indomaret hasn't ruled out potential legal action, their immediate focus remains on ensuring the affected region becomes conducive and stable. The company is monitoring the situation closely, balancing their response between business interests and the broader need for regional recovery.
Indomaret Looting Incident
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