Man Attacked with Acid in Cengkareng; Police Investigate Viral Video
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- A man in Cengkareng, West Jakarta, was the victim of an acid attack by two unknown assailants on a motorcycle.
- Police are investigating the incident, which was captured on a viral video showing a confrontation before the attack.
- The victim was reportedly taken to the hospital after the assailants fled the scene.
A shocking incident has rattled the residents of Cengkareng, West Jakarta, where a man became the victim of a brazen acid attack. The assault, carried out by two individuals on a scooter, occurred in broad daylight, highlighting a disturbing rise in violent crime.
Viral video footage circulating online shows the victim, riding his electric motorcycle, being pursued and confronted by the attackers. A heated exchange appears to have preceded the moment one of the assailants doused the victim with a corrosive liquid, believed to be acid. The attackers then made a swift escape, leaving the victim in distress.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the matter, with police visiting the crime scene and gathering witness statements. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for increased vigilance and safety in our communities. While the motive remains unclear, the police are working diligently to identify and apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice.
Lagi lidik. Masih di TKP, kita lagi mengumpulkan baket (bahan keterangan).
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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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