JAKARTA - Guitarist Seringai, Ricky Siahaan passed away on Saturday, April 19 last weekend. He breathed his last in Tokyo, shortly after finishing a tour in Taiwan and Japan.

Wendi Putranto as manager of Seringai said Ricky's body was still in Japan, and it is possible that he could only be returned to Indonesia this Friday.

"Meanwhile, the information is that the body will arrive in the country (around) on Friday," Wendi said when contacted by the media crew, Monday, April 21.

It was stated that Ricky's sudden death forced the authorities in Japan to undergo several procedures first. Moreover, Japan is known to be quite strict when there are foreign nationals (foreigners) who die in their jurisdiction.

"After all the procedures for clearance related to death are complete (the bodies of Ricky will be repatriated to Indonesia)," he said.

Furthermore, Wendi reported that the wife of the late, Tabita, had left for Sakura Country to take care of various procedures related to the repatriation of the bodies.

In addition, other Seringai personnel also postponed their return to the country to participate in managing all procedures.

For information, Ricky Siahaan's passing to the Creator was also reported by Seringai via uploads on the official Instagram account.

Ricky left this world with something he loved: playing loud music to the fullest. Ricky is the energy, laughter, and strength above and off the stage. We lost one of the most important parts of this entity," wrote Seringai.

"We are in the process of bringing Ricky back to Indonesia and will convey further information about the warning and respect for him. Thank you for all the love and support that you have shown since this news spread. You are part of our family, and we know you feel the same sorrow."


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