4 Workers Died, Unlicensed TPT Project Was the Cause of a Landslide in Jatinangor

Sumedang - The Regent of Sumedang Regency, West Java, Dony Ahmad Munir stated that the landslide that occurred in Jatinangor was related to the construction of an unauthorized retaining wall (TPT).

Dony, when reviewing the landslide location in Sumedang, Friday, January 2, 2026, said that the event was not solely caused by weather factors, but was triggered by construction activities taking place in the area.

"Based on the checks I have made, this landslide is not solely due to rain, but rather the impact of the TPT development activity. I have ensured that this development activity does not have a permit," he said.

He explained that the local government would follow up on the incident in accordance with applicable regulations, including coordinating with related services for further handling.

He also added that construction activities at the scene would be stopped because they did not have official permits.

"Therefore, we will follow up on this case in accordance with the provisions and regulations in force. Because it is not licensed, the activity will be closed," he explained.

On that occasion, Dony explained that the total number of workers involved in the project was eight people, with four people declared dead and the others declared safe.

He also said that two victims who had been buried by the landslide material had been evacuated and taken to the hospital for medical treatment, and were reported to be in a better condition.

"Four people died, two people were buried but managed to survive, and two others were able to save themselves from the beginning of the incident. Two victims who were treated in the hospital, based on the information I received, their condition has improved," he added.

Dony emphasized that the incident was a lesson for all parties to ensure that every development activity complies with licensing provisions and pays attention to aspects of occupational safety and environmental conditions, in order to prevent similar incidents in the future.