Local Man Caught with Home-Made Sniper Rifle at Jakarta City Market, Claims It's for Scarecrow
A 32-year-old local man was apprehended by the Jakartan police after being found in possession of an improvised sniper rifle crafted from a senpi (a type of Indonesian wooden pen) and other miscellaneous materials. The unusual firearm, which resembled a toy more than a deadly weapon, sparked confusion among market vendors and shoppers.
According to eyewitnesses, the suspect had attempted to sell his homemade creation at one of Jakabar's bustling markets. When questioned by authorities, the man claimed that he built the senpi rifle as a scarecrow for his farm, stating that it was meant to ward off birds from his crops.
However, the police remained skeptical, citing concerns over public safety and potential misuse of the device. "We take all reports of potentially deadly objects seriously, regardless of their intended use," said a Jakartan police spokesperson. "It's not up to us to verify the suspect's claims; our priority is ensuring that the community remains safe."
The man, whose identity has been withheld for security reasons, was taken into custody and faces charges related to possession of an unlicensed firearm. As he awaits trial, many are left wondering how such a seemingly harmless object could have been misinterpreted as a potential threat.
A 32-year-old local man was apprehended by the Jakartan police after being found in possession of an improvised sniper rifle crafted from a senpi (a type of Indonesian wooden pen) and other miscellaneous materials. The unusual firearm, which resembled a toy more than a deadly weapon, sparked confusion among market vendors and shoppers.
According to eyewitnesses, the suspect had attempted to sell his homemade creation at one of Jakabar's bustling markets. When questioned by authorities, the man claimed that he built the senpi rifle as a scarecrow for his farm, stating that it was meant to ward off birds from his crops.
However, the police remained skeptical, citing concerns over public safety and potential misuse of the device. "We take all reports of potentially deadly objects seriously, regardless of their intended use," said a Jakartan police spokesperson. "It's not up to us to verify the suspect's claims; our priority is ensuring that the community remains safe."
The man, whose identity has been withheld for security reasons, was taken into custody and faces charges related to possession of an unlicensed firearm. As he awaits trial, many are left wondering how such a seemingly harmless object could have been misinterpreted as a potential threat.