inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. The Jakarta Regional Metropolitan Police confirmed that the explosion that occurred at Cimanggis Market, Ciputat, South Tangerang, on Wednesday (10/14/2026) was not caused by a bomb or other explosive device. However, the exact cause of the incident, which killed two people and injured 11, is still under investigation.

This confirmation was made after the Bomb Disposal Team of the Jakarta Regional Metropolitan Police Mobile Brigade conducted an inspection at the scene.

"Regarding the explosion, we believe that our team indicates that there was no bomb involved nor explosives," said the Head of Public Relations of the Jakarta Regional Metropolitan Police, Senior Superintendent Budi Hermanto, when confirmed in Jakarta on Tuesday (10/20/2026).

Budi explained that the police are still awaiting the results of the Police's Forensic Laboratory Center (Puslabfor) to determine the source of the explosion. This examination is necessary to determine whether the incident was triggered by LPG gas, ethylene gas, or other factors.

"We are currently awaiting forensic laboratory results. We are investigating whether it was LPG or ethylene gas that caused the explosion and fire," he said.

During the investigation, the police are also prioritizing the treatment of the victims who sustained injuries from the incident.

Meanwhile, the General Criminal Investigation Directorate of the Jakarta Regional Metropolitan Police continues to investigate the cause of the explosion, including the possibility of intent or negligence.

"The General Criminal Investigation Directorate is still investigating whether there was intent or negligence. We will definitely report back on this," he said.

According to preliminary data, the explosion at Cimanggis Market resulted in 13 casualties. Eleven people were injured, while two others died.

Of the 11 injured victims, five are being treated at Sari Asih Hospital, five at South Tangerang Regional Hospital, and three at Fatmawati Hospital. Four victims reportedly suffered serious injuries, while the other seven suffered minor injuries.

The Jakarta Regional Metropolitan Police stated that the investigation is still ongoing. The results of the forensic laboratory examination are expected to reveal the exact cause of the explosion and provide investigators with the basis for determining the next legal steps.

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