Viral Motorcycle Gang Clashes, Chasing Action Makes Sukabumi Residents Uneasy

SUKABUMI - Two motorcycle gangs, Brigez and XTC, were involved in a clash on Saturday, February 15 evening. This clash occurred on Jalan Ahmad Yani, Gunungparang Village, Cikole District, Sukabumi City.

The video of the chase between the two groups has gone viral on social media and has made local residents restless.

Sukabumi City Police Chief, AKBP Rita Suwadi, confirmed that the police had succeeded in securing two people suspected of being involved in these clashes, namely FF (26) and AA (24).

"We moved quickly to the scene and managed to identify the two suspected perpetrators who have now been arrested," said Rita, Sunday, February 16.

According to the information from the Rita Police Chief, this clash began when A, a member of XTC, was hanging out with his friends in front of a shop on Jalan Ahmad Yani.

Suddenly, five motorized vehicles passed while riding, brandishing sharp weapons and waving the flag of Brigez, shouting the names of their groups.

"The provocation triggered brother A and his friends to chase the Brigez gang. When the pursuit took place, a vehicle from the Brigez group fell, triggering physical clashes and chases at the location," explained Rita.

In addition to arresting the two suspected perpetrators, the police also confiscated several pieces of evidence in the form of a sharp machete and a motorcycle.

"We have secured the perpetrators and asked for information from witnesses. Furthermore, all those involved were taken to the Sukabumi City Police Narcotics Unit to undergo a urine test," added the police chief.

As of this news, there have been no reports of injured or casualties as a result of these clashes. Currently, the police are still conducting an investigation to reveal the motive behind the incident and prevent further clashes.

This motorcycle gang clash in Sukabumi is a warning to the authorities to improve security in urban areas.