Profile of Khairul Umam: Firefighter Comedian Who Received Threats After Educational Helmet Content Went Viral

The case of threats against Khairul Umam, a firefighter from Depok and a national comedian, serves as a stark reminder of the digital security risks faced by content creators in Indonesia. It began with educational content about Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and Umam had to face serious threats targeting his family’s privacy.

Khairul Umam is a professional with two contrasting worlds. On one hand, he is a firefighter who has served for over 8 years. On the other hand, he is a comedian known to the public through the Stand Up Comedy Indonesia (SUCI) 11 event. Through his Instagram account, he often shares educational but humorous content about the firefighting profession.

In February 2026, Umam uploaded a video titled “Day 1: Understanding the Function of PPE.” In the video’s narration, Umam emphasized that the function of a helmet is to protect the head, not to injure. This post went viral amid public attention to a case of violence in Tual, Maluku, which involved the use of a helmet as a weapon.

Shortly after going viral, Umam said he received threatening messages via WhatsApp from an unknown number. The perpetrator showed that they had Umam’s personal data, including two home addresses and his parents’ names. “I intentionally posted this. At least, if something happens to me later, you will already know,” Umam wrote in his clarification post on February 25, 2026.

Netizens widely supported Umam, stating that what he conveyed was educational truth. This case also sparked a discussion about protection for public officials who are active on social media so that they can continue to provide education without fear of physical or digital intimidation.

To date, Khairul Umam continues to provide education, but with a higher level of vigilance. This case sets an important precedent for the cybersecurity of content creators in the country. (E-4)

The incident that happened to comedian Khairul Umam in February 2026 is an important reminder for all of us about the vulnerability of personal data in the digital space.

The Depok City Fire Department officer and comedian, Khairul Umam, is now in the public spotlight.

The Depok City Fire Department officer and comedian, Khairul Umam, is now in the public spotlight.