A brutal beggar in Antapani slashed a Bandung youth, tearing his head open and stealing his motorcycle.
BANDUNG CITY – A violent robbery has occurred again in Bandung City. A young man with the initials RM became a victim of a robbery on Tanjung Sari Street, Antapani District, early Sunday morning. The victim suffered slash wounds to the head and had to undergo hospital treatment, while his motorcycle and cash were taken by the perpetrator.
The Antapani Police Chief stated that the incident began when RM and his friend, AM, were heading to buy drinks at a shop in the area using a motorcycle. However, upon arrival, the shop was already closed, so they decided to return home.
During the journey, the victim and his friend were shouted at by two unknown individuals on the roadside. The situation then turned tense when one of the perpetrators approached the victim and immediately attacked using a sharp weapon.
“One of the perpetrators slashed the victim RM with a sharp weapon,” said the Police Chief.
The sudden attack caused the victim to suffer a laceration on the head. Meanwhile, AM tried to escape by steering the vehicle towards the nearest security post to seek help.
The victim was then rushed to Hermina Hospital for medical treatment. Based on preliminary examination, no injuries to vital organs were found, although the victim had experienced a concerning condition due to the slash wounds suffered.
The Police Chief stated that the victim’s condition is now gradually improving after receiving treatment.
“Currently, the victim is at Hermina Hospital, conscious and able to communicate,” he said.
Besides injuring the victim, the perpetrators also stole a Honda Beat motorcycle with license plate D 4720 MJ. Additionally, cash carried by the victim and his friend was also lost in the incident.
“Examination confirmed the loss of 1.5 million rupiah,” said the Police Chief.
As of now, the police are still investigating and tracking the perpetrators. Several witness statements have been collected to uncover the identities of the robbers who acted in the Antapani area.
Bandung City
Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is a vibrant city known for its cool climate and colonial architecture. Founded by the Dutch East Indies in the early 20th century as a planned garden city, it became a hub for intellectuals and hosted the historic 1955 Asia-Africa Conference. Today, Bandung is a popular destination for its art deco buildings, culinary scene, and nearby volcanic highlands.
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Antapani District
Antapani District is a subdistrict located in the city of Bandung, West Java, Indonesia. Historically, it developed as a residential area during the Dutch colonial period
Bandung City
Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is known for its cool climate, colonial architecture, and vibrant arts scene. Established in the early 19th century by the Dutch, it became a key administrative and resort city during the colonial era, earning the nickname “Paris of Java.” The city was also the site of the 1955 Asia-Africa Conference, a landmark event in the Non-Aligned Movement.
Tanjung Sari Street
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Antapani District
Antapani District is a subdistrict in the city of Bandung, West Java, Indonesia. Historically, it developed as a residential area during the Dutch colonial period and later expanded significantly in the mid-20th century. Today, it is known for its dense population and serves as a primarily residential and commercial hub within the greater Bandung area.
Hermina Hospital
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Bandung Zoo
Bandung Zoo, located in the heart of Bandung, Indonesia, opened in 1933 under the name “Dierentuin” during the Dutch colonial era. It was initially established as a private animal collection before becoming a public zoo, and today it houses over 2,000 animals from around the world. Despite facing challenges such as aging infrastructure and conservation issues, it remains a popular educational and recreational destination for visitors.
