Inp.polri.go.id - Bukittinggi.  Four inmates at Bukittinggi Prison have died after consuming a homemade alcoholic drink, local authorities confirmed Tuesday (6/5/2025).

"The last patient being treated in the intensive care unit was declared dead at 3.01 am today," said Dr. Busril, the Director of Dr. Achmad Mochtar Hospital, as quoted by antaranews.com.

The latest victim, identified by the initial D, was buried in his hometown in Agam district. A total of 23 inmates were hospitalized since 30 April 2025, with 19 recovering and returning to prison.

Bukittinggi Sub-regional Police Head of Criminal Investigation Unit Assistant Senior Inspector AKP Idris Bakara said 24 witnesses had been questioned, including three prison officers. No one has been named a suspect yet.

Police confirmed that inmates misused 70% alcohol intended for perfume production to brew the toxic beverage. The drink was consumed on 29 April 2025 and began causing symptoms the following day. Investigations are ongoing.

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