Street Performers Set Fire to Indonesian Resident's Fence After Being Denied Money

A resident's fence in Jatiwaringin, Bekasi, Indonesia, was set ablaze by three street performers who were allegedly angered after being refused money. The incident, captured on CCTV, shows the individuals setting fire to the plastic fiber material covering the fence. The footage quickly spread on social media, prompting a police investigation.

According to police, the incident occurred on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 23. A neighbor of the homeowner witnessed the group of performers in front of the victim's house, reportedly burning paper and then attaching it to the fence. The neighbor immediately alerted the homeowner, who then reviewed the CCTV footage.

The investigation by the Pondok Gede Police involved interrogating witnesses and analyzing the CCTV evidence. Police identified and apprehended a suspect, a 20-year-old male identified as AFH. Authorities suspect the motive behind the arson was retaliation for not being given money by the resident.

The homeowner's fence sustained damage from the fire. The suspect has been taken to the Pondok Gede Police station for further questioning and legal proceedings. The incident highlights a disturbing escalation of frustration among some street performers when their requests for money are denied.