A concert featuring Indonesian musicians Armand Maulana and Kotak at Kota Tua in Jakarta was abruptly disbanded on the night of Sunday, September 13, 2026, after an unidentified powder released a foul odor that caused breathing difficulties and stinging eyes among audience members, according to UPK Kota Tua Head Denny Aputra.
Incident Details at Kota Tua
The two-day event, which began on Saturday, September 12, 2026, was proceeding without incident until approximately 22.45 WIB on Sunday night. According to Denny Aputra, a strange odor resembling flatulence was detected while performers were on stage. By 23.00 WIB, as the band Kotak performed on a notably compact stage, a powdery substance began circulating through the air, leading to burning sensations in attendees’ eyes and acute shortness of breath.
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Security Response and Suspect Apprehension
Following the airborne irritation, vocalist Tantri Kotak halted the performance and stepped back from the stage. Event security personnel, acting alongside the local Tiga Pilar security apparatus, intervened to clear the affected area and assist impacted citizens. Denny Aputra stated that authorities successfully apprehended a male suspect believed to have introduced the powder.
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Preliminary findings from event organizers indicate that the individual allegedly intended to create a diversion for subsequent criminal activity, specifically pickpocketing. The affected venue zone was fully sterilized within 15 minutes of the disruption, and the suspect was transferred into custody at the Polsek Subsektor Pinangsia. Officials confirmed that affected attendees who sought immediate help were able to return home safely, while organizers established contact channels for any other citizens experiencing delayed symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the concert disruption happen in Jakarta?
The incident occurred on Sunday night, September 13, 2026, during the final evening of a weekend event that started on September 12, 2026.
What caused the audience members to experience breathing difficulties?
According to UPK Kota Tua Head Denny Aputra, an unidentified powder that produced a foul odor and caused eye irritation and shortness of breath was released near the stage.
Was anyone detained in connection with the incident?
Yes. Event security and local authorities detained a male suspect suspected of bringing the powder to create a disturbance for potential theft, transferring him to the Polsek Subsektor Pinangsia.
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