Indonesia investigates student involvement in school blasts injuring nearly 100
The recent blasts at a school mosque in North Jakarta occurred just as congregants gathered for Friday prayers, causing widespread panic. Indonesian authorities are now investigating the incident, which resulted in nearly 100 injuries.
Impact of the Explosions in Jakarta
The explosions resulted in the injury of 96 individuals, a figure that was revised from an earlier estimate of 54 casualties. Currently, 29 victims are hospitalized, with two reported in intensive care. The blasts occurred during a time of prayer, raising urgent concerns among the community.
Investigative Efforts Underway
National police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that investigators had gathered significant evidence, including writing and explosive powder. “We have several pieces of evidence as part of our ongoing probe,” he stated during a broadcast by Kompas TV.
- Location: North Jakarta, Indonesia
- Casualties: 96 injured, 29 hospitalized
- Current Condition: At least two in intensive care
- Key Evidence: Writing and explosive powder found
Suspect and Motives
Authorities have identified a suspect, a student injured in the blasts. However, police are not ruling out the involvement of additional individuals. Investigators are examining the suspect’s background, including family connections and social media presence. Mayndra Eka Wardhana, spokesman for the counter-terrorism unit Densus 88, noted that the investigation is ongoing, particularly in determining the motives behind this alarming incident.
Witness Accounts
Witnesses have described confusion following the explosions. One student, Kinza Ghaisan Rayyan, remarked, “At first we thought it came from some electronic equipment, maybe the sound system… but it turned out the explosion came from under the prayer mat.” This highlights the shock experienced by those present during the event.
As more information becomes available, the investigation continues to uncover the circumstances surrounding this tragic event in North Jakarta.
