An explosion rocked SMAN 72 in Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta, on November 7, 2025, injuring 96 students and teachers during Friday prayers. The suspect is believed to be a 17-year-old student who was a bullying victim, though police are investigating potential terrorism links. Densus 88 is examining the suspect's social media activity for motives.
On Friday, November 7, 2025, around 12:15 WIB, two explosions occurred at SMAN 72 in Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta, specifically in the Kodamar TNI Angkatan Laut complex. The first blast sounded during the Friday prayer sermon at the school mosque, followed by a second from a different direction. Victims suffered burns and shrapnel wounds, sparking panic among students, teachers, and nearby residents.
Initial investigations point to the perpetrator as a 17-year-old SMAN 72 student known for being quiet and suspected as a bullying victim. The motive appears to be personal revenge, not tied to a terrorism network, though similarities to terror acts were noted. Toy items resembling an airsoft gun and revolver were found at the scene.
Polda Metro Jaya has enlisted Densus 88 Antiteror to probe links to terror groups via motive analysis and the suspect's social media. "Densus 88 is analyzing if this connects to other terror actors, including the motive," said Polda Metro Jaya's Humas Chief, Kombes Pol Budi Hermanto. No indications link it to prior early October school bomb threats.
A search of the suspect's home yielded powder suspected as an explosion trigger, pending Puslabfor lab tests. The victim count reached 96, with 29 still hospitalized at facilities like RS Islam Cempaka Putih, RS Yarsi, and RS Pertamina; the rest have been discharged.
Handling prioritizes child protection as both perpetrator and victims are minors. Polri collaborates with KPAI for trauma healing and psychological support. The Social Ministry provides social rehabilitation, while the HAM Ministry ensures recovery. Polda Metro Jaya's psychology team assists families and teachers in managing stress. Kapolri Listyo Sigit Prabowo hopes for a swift return to normalcy, urging public empathy and caution to aid the investigation.