A man with the initials MRY (24), a resident of Taman, Sidoarjo, was found dead with severe injuries at a nightclub on Jalan Simpang Dukuh, Genteng District, Surabaya, early Thursday morning.

The victim was found around 3:00 AM WIB based on a report from the Command Center 112. A joint team from the Central Rapid Movement Team (TGC), the Surabaya Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), and the Surabaya Police Forensic Laboratory (Inafis) immediately went to the location.

Upon arrival at the crime scene (TKP), officers found MRY already lifeless. The victim had lacerations on the left side of the head, shoulder, and left hand. The victim was not carrying any identification or personal belongings when found.

The Central TGC confirmed the victim had died at the location. The body was then evacuated using an Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) ambulance to the morgue at RSUD dr. Soetomo Hospital, scheduled for an autopsy at Bhayangkara Hospital to determine the exact cause of death.

The case is still under investigation. There is a strong suspicion that the victim died as a result of assault.

Police are still tracing the exact location where the violence occurred, whether inside the nightclub or in the area outside the building. CCTV footage and witness statements are currently being collected to uncover the perpetrator.

A friend of the victim with the initials WS (30), a resident of Wonocolo, Sidoarjo, was known to be at the location during the incident. Investigators are also examining his statement to clarify the chronology of events.

To date, the police are still identifying the exact cause and searching for the perpetrator suspected of being involved in the assault. The victim’s body has been moved to Bhayangkara Hospital for the autopsy process.

Taman, Sidoarjo

Taman is a district in Sidoarjo Regency, East Java, Indonesia, primarily known as a modern residential and industrial hub. While the area itself is not a major historical tourist site, it is located near the famous Mud Flow disaster (Lusi) which began in 2006, an event that significantly impacted the surrounding region’s landscape and communities.

Jalan Simpang Dukuh

Jalan Simpang Dukuh is a historic street located in the old city center of Surabaya, Indonesia. It is part of the city’s Arab Quarter (Ampel), an area that has been a center for Arab-Indonesian traders and the spread of Islam for centuries. The street and its surrounding neighborhood are known for their traditional atmosphere, old shop-houses, and proximity to the historic Ampel Mosque.

Genteng District

Genteng District is a regency (kabupaten) located in East Java, Indonesia. Historically, its economy was based on agriculture, forestry, and plantations. In recent decades, it has developed into a significant urban center and a major hub for education and commerce in the region.

Surabaya

Surabaya is Indonesia’s second-largest city, located in East Java, and is historically known as the “City of Heroes” for its pivotal role in the country’s struggle for independence. The city’s name is popularly believed to derive from the Javanese words “suro” (shark) and “boyo” (crocodile), referencing a local myth about the battle between these two animals that founded the city. Its most significant modern history includes the fierce Battle of Surabaya in 1945, a major conflict between Indonesian nationalist forces and the British which galvanized national support for independence.

RSUD dr. Soetomo Hospital

RSUD dr. Soetomo Hospital is a major public teaching hospital located in Surabaya, Indonesia. It was officially opened in 1937 during the Dutch colonial era and was originally named “Centrale Burgerlijke Ziekeninrichting.” The hospital is named after Dr. Soetomo, a prominent Indonesian national hero and pioneer in the medical field.

Bhayangkara Hospital

Bhayangkara Hospital is a network of hospitals in Indonesia operated by the Indonesian National Police (POLRI). Its history is intrinsically linked to the police force, as it was originally established to provide healthcare for police personnel and their families. Over time, many of its branches have expanded their services to also serve the general public.

Wonocolo, Sidoarjo

Wonocolo is a traditional oil mining village located in Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia. It has a history dating back to the Dutch colonial era, when oil was first discovered and extracted using simple, manual drilling techniques. Today, it has become a unique tourist attraction where visitors can see active, heritage oil wells still being operated by local villagers.