Bekasi – Police revealed the strategy of a man with initials HW, the executor of a South Korean national with initials BS in Tambun, Bekasi Regency, West Java. The perpetrator disposed of CCTV footage and the knife used to kill the victim into the Kalimalang River.

“HW threw the laptop, CCTV DVR, and knife into the Kalimalang River to eliminate traces,” said Bekasi Metro Police Chief Commissioner Sumarni when contacted on Wednesday (June 3, 2026).

The perpetrator also allegedly eliminated evidence by burning the hoodie he wore during the crime near his workplace.

“To remove traces, HW burned the clothes used during the murder, including a blue hoodie, a black hat, and gray gloves,” he said.

As information, HW was hired by a woman named SJ to kill the victim. SJ is known to be the victim’s ex-wife. The suspect HW was paid hundreds of millions of rupiah.

“From the investigation, it was also found that suspect SJ gave a sum of money to suspect HW to carry out the murder of the victim, with a total amount given in stages,” explained Sumarni.

Suspect HW conducted several surveillance operations on the victim’s activities before executing him at his home. HW approached the victim’s house wearing clothes and equipment prepared to disguise his identity.

Upon entering the house, the victim, who was in the dining room, saw the perpetrator and confronted him. However, in a short time, HW immediately attacked by repeatedly stabbing the victim in the left abdomen with a knife.

After that, the perpetrator struck the back of the victim’s head with a heavy object until the victim died at the scene. The victim was found dead in a pool of blood by his daughter on Wednesday (May 27).

Murder Motive

Police revealed that this brutal murder was orchestrated by SJ, the victim’s ex-wife. SJ admitted to killing BS out of resentment.

“From further examination, investigators found that suspect SJ’s motive was allegedly driven by resentment and a long-standing conflict with the victim,” explained Sumarni.

Not only that, Sumarni revealed another motive for SJ killing BS was to take control of the victim’s assets. She then hired a hitman.

“Additionally, the suspect is also suspected of having a desire to take control of the victim’s property. Suspect HW admitted to accepting the offer due to economic reasons and financial needs,” he added.

Kalimalang River

The Kalimalang River, located in West Java, Indonesia, is a man-made canal originally constructed during the Dutch colonial era in the early 20th century as part of an irrigation and flood control system. It connects the Citarum River to the Bekasi River, flowing through densely populated areas and serving as a crucial water source for agriculture and daily use. Today, despite facing significant pollution challenges, the river remains an important part of the region’s infrastructure and cultural landscape.

Tambun

Tambun is a historical archaeological site in Perak, Malaysia, best known for the Tambun Rock Art, a series of ancient cave paintings dating back approximately 2,000 years. Discovered in 1959, the paintings depict human figures, animals, and abstract patterns, offering insight into the region’s prehistoric inhabitants. The site holds cultural significance as one of the oldest known examples of rock art in Southeast Asia.

Bekasi Regency

Bekasi Regency is a region in West Java, Indonesia, with a history dating back to the Tarumanagara Kingdom in the 5th century. It later became part of the Dutch colonial administration and played a role in Indonesia’s struggle for independence. Today, it is a rapidly developing area known for its industrial zones and proximity to Jakarta.

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 a center of the Sundanese kingdom and later became a key area during Dutch colonial rule, with Bandung serving as a major administrative hub. Today, it remains a vibrant region blending traditional Sundanese culture with modern urban development.