Motive for Murder of South Korean National in Bekasi Revealed as Revenge

Authorities in Bekasi, Indonesia, have arrested two individuals in connection with the murder of a South Korean national, Byong Chan Sang. The primary motive identified by the Bekasi Metro Police Chief, Commissioner General Sumarni, is revenge stemming from domestic abuse and financial disagreements, coupled with the alleged hiring of an executor.

The victim's ex-wife, identified only as SJ, is accused of planning the murder. According to her alleged confession, she endured psychological pressure and harbored resentment towards the victim during their marriage, citing his failure to provide for their children and unresolved property issues. SJ reportedly contacted HW, whom she met at a gym, and instructed him to kill Byong Chan Sang.

SJ and HW allegedly met multiple times to finalize the murder plan, which had been conceived since December 2025. HW was reportedly promised a payment of 139 million Indonesian Rupiah (approximately $8,500 USD) for carrying out the act. The murder was subsequently executed.

Both suspects were apprehended on Friday, May 29, 2026. SJ was arrested in Tambun Selatan, while HW was detained at his workplace, a building materials store in Jatimekar, Jatiasih, Kota Bekasi. They are currently held at the Bekasi Metro Police detention center and face charges under Articles 459 and 468 paragraph 1 of the Indonesian Criminal Code concerning severe assault and premeditated murder, carrying a potential sentence of life imprisonment or up to 20 years.