inp.polri.go.id - Bandung. The Bandung Sub-regional City Police have arrested several suspects in a mob conflict that killed two people in the Caringin Main Market area of Bandung City, West Java. Police are still investigating the case to uncover the sequence of events and the roles of each suspect.
Bandung Sub-regional City Police Criminal Investigation Unit Head, Superintendent Anton, stated that several people have been detained for further questioning.
"Some have been detained," Anton said when contacted in Bandung on Tuesday (10/27/2026).
However, police have not yet disclosed the exact number of people detained as the investigation is still ongoing.
The mob attack occurred in the area of the Block B-2 shophouses, Caringin Main Market, Babakan Ciparay District, Bandung City, on Saturday (10/24/2026), at around 5:50 p.m.
Based on initial information, three people were killed in the attack, which allegedly involved around 30 people armed with sharp weapons. The incident is believed to have stemmed from a misunderstanding between a group of market workers, namely porters and parking attendants.
One of the victims, identified as FR, reportedly became involved after learning that his friend had been taken by a rival group. FR and his friend then followed the group to check on their friend's well-being.
However, the situation allegedly escalated into a violent assault using a sharp weapon. FR reportedly died at the scene. Meanwhile, the victim, identified as T, suffered serious head injuries, while AS suffered open wounds to his elbow and finger.
T, who was previously reported in critical condition, was later pronounced dead. AS is still undergoing medical treatment.
The Bandung Police are continuing their investigation to fully uncover the deadly assault, including identifying the parties involved and ensuring legal accountability for their respective roles.
The police are also still investigating the motive and the complete chronology of the incident to ensure the case is handled professionally in accordance with applicable legal provisions.
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