A quick response was made to follow up on public reports regarding an alleged robbery in the Teluk Mengkudu District area on Monday night.

Personnel from the Teluk Mengkudu Police and the Criminal Investigation Unit of the Serdang Bedagai Police immediately went to the crime scene after receiving reports from residents.

In addition, officers also visited the victim to confirm his condition and gather initial information.

The victim is identified as Andi Lubis (37), a resident of Pasar Baru Village, Teluk Mengkudu District, who currently lives in Hamlet III, Pematang Guntung Village.

According to the victim’s account, the incident occurred around 7:15 PM local time in Hamlet V, Pematang Guntung Village. At that time, the victim was on his way home riding a red Honda Vario motorcycle with license plate BK 4228 PBB.

Suddenly, from behind, a motorcycle without a license plate carrying two unknown masked perpetrators approached. The two perpetrators then overtook the victim from the right side.

The passenger immediately attempted to snatch the victim’s sling bag containing cash. The struggle involved a tug-of-war until the bag’s strap broke, and the perpetrators managed to take it.

However, unfortunately for the perpetrators, their motorcycle wobbled and fell. Seeing this opportunity, the victim quickly approached and managed to retrieve his bag.

During the incident, the victim sustained slash wounds to his right hand and lower back while trying to fend off the attackers’ assault.

One of the perpetrators was seen swinging a sharp weapon, a type of sickle or scythe, twice toward the victim’s head.

Currently, the police are still conducting further investigations to uncover the identities and whereabouts of the perpetrators.

Teluk Mengkudu District

Teluk Mengkudu is a district in Serdang Bedagai Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia, known for its coastal areas and agricultural land. Historically, the region was part of the broader Malay Sultanate of Serdang and later developed into a key area for coconut and rubber plantations during the Dutch colonial period. Today, it remains a rural district with a mix of traditional fishing villages and palm oil cultivation.

Pasar Baru Village

Pasar Baru Village, located in Central Jakarta, Indonesia, is a historic commercial and cultural hub dating back to the early 19th century. Established in 1820 by the Dutch colonial government, it was originally a market area for Chinese and Arab traders, blending diverse influences. Today, it remains a vibrant shopping district known for its textiles, traditional snacks, and multicultural heritage.

Serdang Bedagai Police

The Serdang Bedagai Police is the regional police force serving Serdang Bedagai Regency in North Sumatra, Indonesia. Its history is tied to the establishment of the regency in 2004, when the police jurisdiction was formed to maintain law and order in the newly created administrative area. The force operates under the Indonesian National Police, focusing on community safety and crime prevention in the region.

Pematang Guntung Village

Pematang Guntung Village is a traditional settlement in Riau, Indonesia, known for its well-preserved Malay culture and architecture. Historically, it served as a center for trade and Islamic learning along the Siak River, with its wooden stilt houses and mosques reflecting centuries-old craftsmanship. The village remains a living cultural heritage site, showcasing the daily life and traditions of the Malay community.