The Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) team of the East Java Regional Police has identified eight more body bags of victims from the collapsed mosque at the Islamic boarding school in Buduran, Sidoarjo.

The Head of the Medical and Health Division explained that of the eight body bags, seven have been successfully identified while one remains a body part.

“The East Java Regional Police DVI team has conducted identification of eight body bags, consisting of seven bodies and one body part. From this number, seven have matched the families’ antemortem data,” the official stated in Surabaya.

The seven identified victims are: Moh. Royhan Mustofa (17), resident of Jl KH. Syadhali, Makhdi, RT 1/RW 2, Banyuayuh Village, Kamal, Bangkalan; Abdul Fattah (18), resident of Asem Manunggal; Wasiyur Rohib (17), resident of Jl Gayungan 8 Gg Mawar 14/53, Surabaya; Muhammad Aziz Pratama Yudistira (16), resident of Kampung Pulo Kapuk Mekar Mukti, North Cikarang, Bekasi, West Java.

Moh. Dafin (13), resident of Jl Banowati Selatan 11/20, RT 007/RW 001, Bulu Lor, Semarang; Muhammad Ali Rahbini (19), resident of Plasah Hamlet, Birem, Tambelang, Sampang; and Sulaiman Hadi (15), resident of Morleke, Kolla Modung, Bangkalan.

The Head of DVI for East Java Regional Police added that two body bags with numbers PM RSB B033 and B034 actually belonged to one victim named Moh. Dafin, after reconciliation results showed a match between body parts and family data.

“Not all body bags contain complete bodies. Some were separated between the torso and other body parts. However, matching results confirm that these parts came from the same person,” the official explained.

To date, a total of 17 victims have been successfully identified from 59 body bags received by the East Java Regional Police DVI team. The identification process continues by combining antemortem data from families and postmortem data from laboratory examinations.

Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School

Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School, also known as Pondok Pesantren Al Khoziny, is a traditional Islamic educational institution located in Buduran, Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia. It was founded in 1962 by K.H. Achmad Zaini and has since grown into a major center for Islamic learning, combining religious studies with a modern national curriculum. The school is renowned for its role in nurturing students’ spiritual and academic development within a traditional pesantren environment.

Bhayangkara Hospital

Bhayangkara Hospital is a network of hospitals in Indonesia operated by the Indonesian National Police (POLRI). Its history is tied to providing healthcare for police personnel, their families, and the general public. Over time, it has expanded to become a major public healthcare provider across the country.

East Java Regional Police

The East Java Regional Police (Polda Jatim) is the provincial police force responsible for law enforcement and security in East Java, Indonesia. It operates under the national Indonesian National Police (Polri) and has played a significant role in maintaining order throughout the region’s modern history. Its headquarters are located in Surabaya, the capital of East Java.

Surabaya

Surabaya is Indonesia’s second-largest city, located in East Java, and is famously known as the “City of Heroes” for its pivotal role in the country’s struggle for independence. Its history is marked by the fierce Battle of Surabaya in 1945, where Indonesian forces resisted against the Allies, a key event now commemorated as Heroes’ Day. Today, it is a major port and industrial center, blending modern development with historical landmarks like the Heroes Monument.

Bangkalan

Bangkalan is a regency and town located on the island of Madura, Indonesia, and serves as the capital of the Bangkalan Regency. Historically, it was the seat of the powerful Bangkalan Sultanate, a significant Islamic kingdom that held influence in the region before being integrated into the Dutch East Indies and later the Republic of Indonesia. Today, it is known for its cultural heritage, including traditional Madurese architecture and the grave of the last sultan, which is a local pilgrimage site.

Bekasi

Bekasi is a city in West Java, Indonesia, located on the eastern border of the capital, Jakarta. Historically, it was part of the ancient Tarumanagara Kingdom, with evidence of its early history found in inscriptions such as the Tugu inscription. Today, it is primarily known as a major industrial and residential hub, forming a key part of the Jakarta metropolitan area.

Semarang

Semarang is a historic port city on the north coast of Java, Indonesia, which served as a vital trading hub during the Dutch colonial era. Its history is reflected in its old town, known as Kota Lama, which features well-preserved European-style architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries. A prominent local landmark is the Blenduk Church, a Protestant church built in 1753, which stands as a testament to the city’s colonial past.

Sampang

Sampang is a regency located on the island of Madura, Indonesia. Historically, it was the seat of a significant kingdom in the 16th and 17th centuries before being absorbed into the Mataram Sultanate. The area is known for its distinct Madurese culture and the ancient Hindu statue of Bhima discovered at the Hindu temple complex of Candi Bhima.