Jakarta, Indonesia Sentinel — At least 12 people have died after consuming tainted alcohol in Central Bogor, Bogor City, and Kademangan Village, Mande District, Cianjur Regency.
Central Bogor Police Chief Commissioner Agustinus Manurung on Sunday, February 9, confirmed four people died after drinking adulterated liquor at a motorcycle wash station, in Central Bogor.
“Four people have died, and one person is currently receiving treatment at PMI Hospital. The cause is suspected to be the consumption of ‘Aseng’-type adulterated liquor,” said Agustinus Manurung, as reported by CNN Indonesia.
Agustinus stated that several victims were residents of Tegallega, Central Bogor, Bogor City. In addition to the fatalities, one other victim remains in critical condition. “One person remains in critical condition at the hospital,” he added.
Agustinus said the victims had consumed the tainted alcohol during a gathering on Friday night (February 7). They had purchased the liquor from a shop near Corat-Coret Park. “They drank an ‘Aseng’-type adulterated liquor, which they bought from a vendor near Corat-Coret Park,” he said.
Eight Dead from Tainted Alcohol in Cianjur
Meanwhile, in Cianjur, eight people died after drinking adulterated liquor in Kademangan Village, Mande District, Cianjur Regency. Initially, four fatalities were reported.
Mande Police Criminal Investigation Unit Head Inspector Helmi stated that 12 people had consumed the tainted alcohol, which contained 96% pure alcohol.
“A total of eight people have died: G (29), H (34), E (55), S (35), J (43), IN (31), R (29), and El (32). Three of them died at home, and their deaths were confirmed after further investigation and area sweeps in Kademangan Village,” he said.
As of now, four other victims remain under intensive care at two hospitals in Cianjur, with hopes they will recover.
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Authorities are awaiting updated data from police officers and healthcare workers from the local health center. Police are also expecting reports from residents regarding any additional victims who participated in the drinking session.
“We are still collecting data, fearing there may be unreported victims who were affected but have not yet received medical attention. We hope there are no more cases beyond the 12 already recorded,” he said.
Authorities continue to investigate the source of the tainted alcohol and urge the public to remain cautious about consuming illicit beverages. Officials warn that unregulated liquor poses significant health risks and can lead to further tragedies
(Raidi/Agung)
