Footage shows Indonesian forces opening fire on Papuan protesters

Confronting new video has emerged from Deiyai, West Papua showing Indonesian forces opening fire on Papuan protesters who appear to have their hands over their head.

Footage shows Indonesian forces opening fire on Papuan protesters

Footage shows Indonesian forces opening fire on Papuan protesters. Source: SBS News

Confronting new video has emerged from Deiyai, West Papua showing Indonesian forces opening fire on Papuan protesters who appear to have their hands over their head.

The deadly shooting happened in Deiyai last week but details are only now emerging following an internet shutdown.

Demonstrators say the incident occurred following a peaceful protest - with six bodies reportedly found in front of the Regent's office.
Video from Deiyai, West Papua appears to show Indonesian forces opening fire on Papuan protesters who have their hands over their head.
Video from Deiyai, West Papua appears to show Indonesian forces opening fire on Papuan protesters who have their hands over their head. Source: Supplied/SBS News
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