Over 130 people were killed at Kanjuruhan Stadium in Malang, East Java on 1 October when fans invaded the pitch after a football match and were fired at by Indonesian police armed with tear gas and batons.
Now, six people have been named suspects in the case, including three police officers and three civilians, but who is ultimately responsible for the tragedy at the stadium?
Further Reading:
How police action in Indonesia led to a deadly crush in the soccer stadium - Washington Post
FIFA Stadium and Security Regulations
Disclaimer: This post does not constitute legal advice. While every effort has been made to translate legal documents accurately from Indonesian to English, the contents of this newsletter is for information only based on Hukum’s understanding of the law.
Tragedy At The Stadium - Who Is Responsible?