Bandung
Police in Bandung arrested two of four muggers who targeted a JNE courier in the Astanaanyar area on Sunday afternoon. The other two remain at large with the victim's motorbike and packages. The incident occurred while the courier sheltered from heavy rain.
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The home of celebrities Anisa Rahma and Anandito Dwi Sepdiawan in Bandung suffered a major fire early Thursday, April 30, 2026. The blaze is believed to have started from a candle used to repel flies, yet 3,500 copies of the Quran in one room remained intact. No lives were lost in the incident.
Heavy rain since Thursday afternoon (4/12/2025) triggered floods and landslides in 14 subdistricts of Bandung Regency, submerging thousands of homes. Some houses were buried under landslide debris, while BPBD teams conducted evacuations and assessments. Residents are urged to remain vigilant for further disasters.
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On October 30, 2025, the Bandung City Prosecutor's Office raided several local government offices to gather evidence in an alleged corruption case involving abuse of authority. Deputy Mayor Erwin was questioned as a witness, with investigators stating they have strong evidence to elevate the status to prosecution. The Attorney General's Office denied any sting operation.