Jakarta School Resumes Activities After Bomb Threat, Suspect Arrested

Classes and school activities at SDN Srengseng Sawah 15 Pagi in South Jakarta proceeded as usual on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, following a bomb threat that had disrupted the first day of the new school year. New students participated in the orientation program, known as MPLS, in groups under teacher guidance, while other students attended regular classes.

The school had received a bomb threat via WhatsApp on Monday, July 13, 2026, claiming 11 bombs were hidden on the premises. This prompted an evacuation and the deployment of the Gegana bomb squad. Despite the scare, Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung stated that educational activities would continue, citing police action.

Authorities apprehended a suspect on the same day the threat was made. The suspect, identified only by the initials MY, a 34-year-old resident living near the school, reportedly told investigators the threat was a prank. However, police are continuing to investigate the true motive and the suspect's background. The suspect has been taken to the South Jakarta Metro Police headquarters for further questioning.