Bandung Police Arrest Three Suspected Teenagers for Assault Against Singaporean Tourist
In a troubling incident, Bandung’s police force has apprehended three suspects accused of assaulting a Singaporean tourist in the city’s vibrant Braga Street. Strikingly, all three suspects, identified as RF, RM, and MCA, are currently students, with one being just 17 years old.
The arrest, which took place late on Friday, December 4, 2025, saw the trio transported to the Bandung Metropolitan Police’s Criminal Investigation Department for further questioning and examination. The primary motivation behind the assault, as reported by the police, appears to be a disparity in financial status.
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Speaking at the police headquarters, Bandung Police Chief Kombes Budi Sartono clarified the timeline of events, stating, "From our initial investigations, we have reason to believe that the assault didn’t occur during the New Year’s Eve celebrations, but rather on December 29."
The teenagers, who hail from the Cimaung district in Bandung’s suburbs, were apprehended on Friday night, with police expressing their relief at making the arrests swiftly. "By the grace of Allah, we were able to apprehend the three suspects last night," Kombes Budi confirmed.
The police also underscored that all three suspects are minors, urging the public to demonstrate understanding and leniency towards their youth and educational status. "They are still students, and as such, should be treated as minors under the law," Kombes Budi added.
This distressing incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of travel safety and mutual respect among individuals from diverse backgrounds. As policing and judicial processes continue, we urge all parties to extend their patience and understanding.
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