Jakarta Assault Suspect Tested Positive for Methamphetamine

Police in South Jakarta have arrested a 37-year-old man, identified by the initials FRS, for assaulting another individual. The incident occurred in the Jagakarsa area.

Following his arrest, FRS underwent a urine test which confirmed he had used methamphetamine. "So for the urine test, we have conducted it, he tested positive for drugs. He tested positive for methamphetamine," stated Jagakarsa Police Chief Kompol Nurma Dewi.

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So for the urine test, we have conducted it, he tested positive for drugs. He tested positive for methamphetamine.

Authorities are continuing their investigation, including tracing the origin of the drugs. According to Nurma, the suspect acted on an impulse, stating his motive was simply "he just wanted to hit someone on the street."

FRS faces charges under Article 466 Paragraph 1 of the Criminal Code for assault. Police are also addressing a traffic violation for not wearing a helmet during the incident. He could face up to three months in prison or a fine of up to Rp4.5 million under Article 352 of the Criminal Code for minor assault.

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His motive was that he just wanted to hit. Yes, so he said there was a whisper that he wanted to hit someone on the street.