A video of a teenager vandalizing facilities at Legian Beach, Kuta District, Badung, has gone viral on social media, causing widespread outrage. The young man was seen throwing a chair at a fence for no apparent reason, capturing the attention of netizens.
Caught in the Act
The video shows the teenager, later identified by the initials SH, kicking and damaging a fence near the beach toilet with apparent bravado. His actions were recorded by a friend, while another individual in the video trailed behind, illuminating the scene with a mobile phone flashlight.
Public Outcry and Police Response
The reckless behavior of the teen sparked a wave of anger online, leading to swift action by the police. The suspect was apprehended on July 27, 2024. SH admitted to the vandalism, allegedly committed while under the influence of alcohol.
Police Investigation
“We investigated through the Instagram account that uploaded the video and apprehended the suspect, identified as SH. The suspect has confessed to his actions. Evidence has been secured at the Kuta Police Station for further investigation,” stated Kuta Police Chief AKP I Ketut Agus Pasek Sudina on Sunday, July 28, 2024.
Chief Agus Pasek explained that the vandalism took place in the vicinity of Legian Beach, directly in front of the Pullman Legian Hotel. The video was first circulated via WhatsApp before being uploaded to Instagram. The police traced the upload to an account named @pantailegian and identified the uploader as SANAW. Through this account, they discovered the suspect resided in Sesetan, South Denpasar District.
Apprehension and Further Action
“The suspect and his two companions were brought to the Kuta Police Station for questioning. The suspect, SH, is 16 years old. His actions were recorded by his friend and shared as a WhatsApp status, which subsequently went viral on social media,” explained Agus Pasek.
Community Response
The incident has drawn significant backlash from the community, with many expressing their frustration and disappointment over the reckless destruction of public property. Authorities have assured the public that they are taking the matter seriously and will ensure appropriate measures are taken against the perpetrator.
Timeline of Events
- Incident Occurs: The vandalism took place at Legian Beach, near the Pullman Legian Hotel, involving the destruction of a fence and beach facilities.
- Video Circulation: The video of the incident was first shared via WhatsApp and later uploaded to Instagram, quickly going viral.
- Police Investigation: Using the Instagram account that uploaded the video, police identified and located the suspect, SH, in Sesetan, South Denpasar District.
- Arrest: SH and his companions were arrested and brought to the Kuta Police Station for further questioning.
Public Reactions
Many netizens expressed their anger and disappointment over the incident, emphasizing the need for respect and care for public properties. Comments flooded social media, calling for stricter penalties for such reckless behavior.
Authorities’ Assurance
Authorities have promised to handle the case with due seriousness and ensure that appropriate measures are taken against the perpetrators. The swift action by the police has been appreciated by the public, highlighting the importance of maintaining law and order.
