Student in Samarinda Shot While Returning from University, Perpetrator Arrested

A university student, identified by the initials LA (20), was the victim of a shooting in the Graha Indah housing complex, Samarinda, East Kalimantan, while returning from campus. Police have apprehended the suspect, identified by the initials MZ (22), on Jalan Ahmad Yani, Bukit Raya, Tenggarong Seberang, Kutai Kartanegara.

“Based on the results of the investigation and witness statements, the suspect is suspected of committing assault using an air rifle against the victim,” stated the Head of Public Relations for the Samarinda City Police, Ipda Arie Soeharyadi, on Monday (15/06/2026).

The incident occurred on Jalan P Suryanata, Graha Indah Housing, Air Putih, Samarinda Ulu, on Friday (12/06) at 22:25 WITA. During the initial interrogation, MZ admitted to his actions.

Although the perpetrator has been detained, the police are still investigating the motive behind the shooting. Investigators are continuing to examine both the suspect and witnesses to uncover the underlying cause of the attack.

Police have secured several pieces of evidence, including a homemade CPC 4000 air rifle, ammunition, spent projectiles, the clothing worn by the perpetrator, and the victim’s medical examination results. The victim sustained gunshot wounds to the head and is currently undergoing medical treatment.