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Police Investigate Student's Death in Tangerang, Suspect Brawl Involvement

From Tempo · (23h ago) Indonesian Critical tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Tangerang City Police are investigating the death of a student, NAW, found dead at the mouth of Kaliadem river.
  • Police suspect the victim was involved in a brawl before his death and have interviewed eight witnesses.
  • The victim, a 16-year-old student, was found wearing his school uniform and had injuries to his chest and right hand.

The Tangerang City Police are diligently investigating the tragic death of a 16-year-old student, identified by the initials NAW, whose body was discovered at the mouth of the Kaliadem river in Sukadiri District. As reported by Tempo, the investigation has involved the examination of eight witnesses who are believed to have knowledge of the events leading up to the student's demise. The police suspect that NAW may have been involved in a brawl prior to being found dead.

Hingga kini, Satreskrim Polresta Tangerang telah memeriksa sedikitnya delapan saksi yang diduga mengetahui peristiwa tersebut.

— Kapolresta Tangerang Komisaris Besar Andi Muhammad Indra Waspada AmirullahStating the number of witnesses interviewed by the Tangerang Police.

According to Tangerang Police Chief Commissioner Andi Muhammad Indra Waspada Amirullah, the investigators are working to reconstruct the chronology of the incident, including the alleged involvement in a brawl. The police are committed to thoroughly investigating the case to uncover the full circumstances and identify those responsible. The victim, who hailed from Pondok Dadap Village, Sepatan, was still in his school uniform when discovered by residents on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Initial examination at the scene revealed injuries to his right chest and right hand. A motorcycle, believed to be the victim's, was also found nearby with its handlebars locked.

Penyidik memeriksa para saksi untuk mengungkap kronologi kejadian, termasuk dugaan keterlibatan tawuran yang melatarbelakangi peristiwa tersebut.

— Kapolresta Tangerang Komisaris Besar Andi Muhammad Indra Waspada AmirullahExplaining the purpose of witness interviews.

The discovery of NAW's body has sent ripples of concern through the local community. The police's focus on the possibility of a brawl highlights the persistent issue of youth violence in the region. The detailed investigation, including forensic examination at the Balaraja Regional General Hospital to determine the exact cause of death, underscores the seriousness with which the authorities are treating this case. From the perspective of Indonesian media like Tempo, which prioritizes factual reporting, the emphasis is on presenting the ongoing investigation and the facts as they emerge, while acknowledging the community's need for answers and justice for the young victim.

Termasuk mengidentifikasi pihak yang bertanggung jawab.

— Kapolresta Tangerang Komisaris Besar Andi Muhammad Indra Waspada AmirullahStating the police's goal to identify those responsible for the death.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.