Dozens Go Viral in Medan Convoy Carrying Machetes, Police Speak Out

A viral video circulating on social media depicts a concerning scene in Medan, Indonesia, where dozens of young men on motorcycles, brandishing machetes, were seen in a convoy. The footage captured the group traveling on the Fly Over Pulo Brayan in West Medan, with accompanying narratives suggesting they were seeking victims for robbery.

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Pulo Brayan is the border between Marelan, East Medan, Helvetia, and West Medan. Well, when they passed through West Medan, they were just passing through, so there was no attack in our area.

The video shows the group stopping by the roadside, after which some members are seen pursuing a motorcyclist. The incident, which occurred during daylight hours, drew significant attention due to its public nature and the display of weapons. The accompanying social media posts identified the group as a motorcycle gang involved in muggings, allegedly using their numbers and sharp weapons to target citizens for their valuables.

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That incident happened in June, the attack part, not the recent one. At that time, they were just passing through, so they were coming from the Belawan area, passing through three locations. Passing through the East Medan area, West Medan, and finally in Helvetia.

However, the Head of the West Medan Police, Kompol Dr. Made Wira Suhendra, clarified that the group was only passing through the area. He stated that no attacks on road users occurred within their jurisdiction. According to Suhendra, the incident took place in June 2026, but only recently gained traction online in early July 2026. He explained that the group was reportedly moving between different areas and that police received information about their presence but could not intercept them as they had already moved on.

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Yes, we did receive information from 110. Then members went to the location, but they were no longer found because they were just passing through.

While the police confirmed receiving reports and conducting preventive patrols, Suhendra indicated that investigations into potential attacks and the group's activities are being handled by a special team from the Medan Police. He advised that further confirmation regarding the investigation should be sought from the Jatanras team.

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But regarding further investigation, a special team has indeed been formed by the Kapolres. Perhaps confirmation can be sought from the Jatanras team.