BATAM | INDATANEWS.COM - Police have once again demonstrated their commitment to maintaining public security and order (Kamtibmas) in Batam City. A joint rapid response team (URC), comprising the Jatanras Unit of the Riau Islands Regional Police (Polda Kepulauan Riau), the Criminal Investigation Unit (Satreskrim) of Polresta Barelang, and the Lubuk Baja Police Station, successfully arrested a suspect allegedly responsible for a serious assault at the parking area of Hotel Kundur, Lubuk Baja District, Batam City. The incident occurred in July 2026.
The operation was carried out under the direction of
Lubuk Baja Police Chief Commissioner Deni Langie and Head of Criminal Investigation Unit of
Lubuk Baja Police, Inspector Ipda Gihon Sahatma Togu Lumban Raja. The joint team immediately responded after receiving a report regarding a violent incident that left a resident suffering serious injuries.
Through swift investigative efforts, officers prevented the suspect from escaping further. Police managed to identify and arrest the suspect only hours after the victim submitted an official report.
SUSPECT ARRESTED: The joint URC team consisting of
Jatanras Polda Kepri, Satreskrim
Polresta Barelang, and
Lubuk Baja Police arrested the suspect allegedly involved in the serious assault at the Hotel Kundur parking area, Lubuk Baja District, Batam City. (PHOTO: Doc.
Lubuk Baja Police)
Dispute Escalates Into Machete Attack
Lubuk Baja Police Chief Commissioner Deni Langie explained that the serious assault was triggered by a verbal dispute between the victim and the suspect. The violent incident occurred on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at around 8:00 p.m. Western Indonesian Time (WIB), at the parking area of Hotel Kundur, Lubuk Baja District.
The victim, Fikri Afandi Siahaan, 36, was allegedly attacked by the suspect identified as SPM, 33, using a machete. The assault was reportedly motivated by personal resentment and a misunderstanding that had occurred several hours earlier.
Before the attack, the victim's wife, Liana Hamsanah, had an argument with the suspect at an arcade. The dispute reportedly began after a situation where access was blocked. During the confrontation, the suspect allegedly used insulting words, which the victim later objected to.
The tension between the victim and suspect continued into the afternoon. The situation escalated when the victim went to pick up his wife after she finished work.
"When the victim was waiting at the motorcycle parking area for his wife, the suspect suddenly approached from behind and struck the victim's back with a machete while shouting, 'Die!'" Commissioner Deni Langie said.
The victim attempted to defend himself from the attack but suffered serious cuts to his arm, left hand, and left thigh. After carrying out the assault, the suspect immediately fled the scene.
Local residents helped the victim and took him for medical treatment. The victim was later transported to Harapan Bunda Hospital for further care.
Police Track Down Suspect at Hiding Place
Lubuk Baja Police received an official report regarding the incident on Friday, July 17, 2026. Following the report, the investigation team led by Ipda Gihon immediately coordinated with the operational Jatanras team of
Polresta Barelang, led by Ipda Dedy Yantho Pasaribu, as well as personnel from the Jatanras Unit of Polda Kepri.
The joint team conducted intensive investigations to determine the suspect's whereabouts. Based on information from the public and further field analysis, officers obtained accurate information regarding the suspect's location at 9:45 p.m.
Without delay, the URC team moved to a rented room at Jalan Nagoya Business Centre Block 5, Lubuk Baja District. Ten minutes later, at exactly 9:55 p.m., officers conducted a raid and arrested Surya Putra Munthe without resistance.
At the time of his arrest, the suspect was found sleeping inside the room. Officers then brought the suspect, along with the collected evidence, to Lubuk Baja Police Station for further investigation.
During the arrest, police secured several pieces of evidence, including a machete allegedly used in the attack and a medical certificate documenting the victim's treatment at Harapan Bunda Hospital.
NO TOLERANCE FOR VIOLENCE AND GANG CRIME: Lubuk Baja Police Chief Commissioner Deni Langie stated that police will not tolerate acts of violence and criminal activities that threaten public security. (PHOTO: Doc. Lubuk Baja Police)
Suspect Faces Criminal Charges
Police are currently conducting further questioning of the suspect and completing the investigation documents. Surya Putra Munthe is facing charges under Article 469 Paragraph (1) of the Indonesian Criminal Code (KUHP), or alternatively Article 467 Paragraph (1) and Paragraph (2) of the KUHP, concerning criminal acts resulting in serious bodily injuries.
Commissioner Deni Langie emphasized that police will continue to take firm action against all forms of violence and criminal behavior that threaten public safety within the jurisdiction of
Lubuk Baja Police.
"We will not tolerate any form of violence or gang-related criminal activity that disturbs the community. The police will continue to be present to provide security and protection for the public," Commissioner Deni Langie stated.
The swift arrest reflects the authorities' commitment to responding to public reports and ensuring that every offender is held accountable in accordance with applicable laws.
(IDNC)REPORTER: Dalil Harahap | EDITOR: Fik Sagala