Depok –

A herd of deer suddenly appeared and briefly ‘blocked’ motorcyclists in Depok, West Java. The appearance of these animals immediately caused a stir among residents and went viral on social media. Where did the deer come from?

The viral video spread widely on social media, Saturday (16/5/2026). The footage shows the point of view of a motorcyclist riding with a passenger along a road in a residential area. As the motorcycle approached, one of the four deer walked toward the vehicle.

“Where are you going? Come on, go home, go home,” said the person recording the video.

Although the recorder’s face is not visible, two people can be heard riding the motorcycle together. They also briefly discussed the deer.

“One male. Oh, two males?” said the first person.

“Husband and wife with their child here,” chimed in the second person.

They suspected the deer came from the Kabeda area, Beji, Depok, which is known to have a fishing area and park.

“Aren’t you from Kabeda? Are you residents of Kabeda or not?” asked the first person jokingly to the deer.

The video recorder then turned off the motorcycle’s headlight while trying to guide the herd of deer back to their natural habitat. However, the animals appeared confused. From the opposite direction, an online motorcycle taxi driver was also seen stopping to observe the situation. Even the motorcyclist in the video appeared to be walking their vehicle while continuously directing the deer away from the residential area.

“Come on, go back, go on, go on, go on,” said the person recording the video.

The narration of the viral video stated that the appearance of the deer herd occurred in a residential area around Kabeda, located on the border of Srengseng Sawah and Depok. The incident was said to have occurred on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at around 3:00 AM local time.

The appearance of the deer has also attracted the attention of relevant authorities. The Head of Operational Control for the Depok City Fire and Rescue Service stated that the information would be forwarded to the Natural Resources Conservation Center.

“We will forward it to the BKSDA because protected animals are under their authority,” the official said.

Kabeda

Kabeda is a small village in the Jijiga Zone of the Somali Region in Ethiopia, known for its ancient rock art and archaeological significance. The site features prehistoric cave paintings depicting animals and human figures, dating back thousands of years, offering insights into the early pastoralist cultures of the Horn of Africa. These engravings and paintings are considered important cultural heritage, though the area remains relatively remote and less studied than other sites in the region.

Beji

Beji is a sacred bathing temple located in the village of Tampaksiring, Bali, Indonesia, known for its holy springs and purification rituals. Historically, it dates back to the 10th century and is associated with the Hindu-Balinese tradition of cleansing the body and spirit before entering the nearby Tirta Empul temple. The site features ornate stone carvings and pools where locals and visitors perform ritual baths to achieve spiritual purity.

Depok

Depok is a city in West Java, Indonesia, known historically as a colonial-era plantation estate established by Cornelis Chastelein, a Dutch East India Company official, in the early 18th century. After his death, the land was bequeathed to freed slaves, creating a unique Christian community known as the “Depok people” or “Belanda Depok.” Today, it has grown into a bustling satellite city of Jakarta, home to the University of Indonesia and a diverse urban population.

Srengseng Sawah

Srengseng Sawah is a village in the Jagakarsa district of South Jakarta, Indonesia, historically known as an agricultural area with rice fields and a strong Betawi cultural heritage. Its name reflects its past, with “Srengseng” possibly derived from a local term for a type of grass or plant, and “Sawah” meaning rice paddy. Today, while urbanization has transformed much of the landscape, the area retains traditional elements, including the Srengseng Sawah Betawi Cultural Village, which preserves local customs, architecture, and arts.

West Java

West Java is a province in Indonesia known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty, including volcanic landscapes and tea plantations. Historically, it was part of the Sunda Kingdom before being colonized by the Dutch, and it played a key role in Indonesia’s independence movement. Today, it remains a vibrant center of Sundanese culture, with traditional arts, music, and cuisine.