Suspect Arrested for Bomb Threat at South Jakarta School
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Police arrested a 34-year-old suspect, identified by the initials MY, in connection with a bomb threat at SDN Srengseng Sawah 15 in South Jakarta.
- The suspect resides in the vicinity of the school, according to police.
- Authorities are currently investigating the suspect's motives and are urging the public to exercise caution when sending messages that could cause fear.
Jakarta police have apprehended a suspect in connection with a bomb threat incident at SDN Srengseng Sawah 15 in Jagakarsa, South Jakarta. The suspect, identified by the initials MY and aged 34, was arrested on Monday and is currently undergoing examination at the South Jakarta Metro Police.
Kombes Pol Budi Hermanto, Head of Public Relations for the Jakarta Metropolitan Police, confirmed the arrest. He stated that the suspect is a man who lives in the neighborhood surrounding the school. "The suspect, initial MY, residing around the school's location, has been secured," Hermanto told reporters at the Jakarta Police headquarters on Monday afternoon.
The suspect, initial MY, residing around the school's location, has been secured.
Police are actively investigating the suspect's motives for carrying out the threat. "He is currently at the South Jakarta Metro Police, and investigators are still delving into the motive and purpose of the individual," Hermanto added. The investigation aims to understand the reasons behind the disruptive act.
Hermanto also issued an appeal to the public, urging greater discretion in sending messages, particularly those that could instill fear within the community, especially in educational environments. The police emphasized the importance of responsible communication to maintain public order and prevent unnecessary anxiety.
He is currently at the South Jakarta Metro Police, and investigators are still delving into the motive and purpose of the individual.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.