There Is No Element Of Negligence In The Incident Of The Good Gud Cheap Explosion At Kodam Jaya

Head of the Indonesian Army Information Service Brigadier General Kristomei Sianturi when met at the Metro Jaya Police Headquarters, Jakarta, Wednesday (3/4/2024). ANTARA/Ilham Kausar

The investigation team continues to investigate the cause of the fire and explosion at the Regional Munition Warehouse (Gud cheap) Kodam Jaya, Ciangsana Village, Bogor Regency. Temporary results have not been found an element of negligence.

"While there is no (suspected omission) we are still working. This means that later let the conclusion come from the investigation team that conveyed it," said Head of Dispenad Brigadier General Kristomei to reporters, Wednesday, April 3.

Allegations of the cause of the fire and explosion came from expired ammunition swiping each other.

This allegation is reinforced by the absence of electricity in the storage bunker.

"Meanwhile, the initial estimate is likely, because it is the munitions that have expired. So that it is unstable, yes, it caught fire or exploded, yes, other possibilities we continue to evaluate," he said.

In addition, Kristomei stated that his party was also focused on repairing the houses of residents affected by the fire and explosion. Around 44 houses are being repaired

"Until now, 44 houses have been done, the roof of which collapsed, all kinds of roofs were leaked. We have helped it, as soon as possible (the village)," said Kristomei.

For information, the explosion occurred on Saturday, March 30 at around 18.05 WIB. According to amateur videos circulating, the fire soared as a result of the explosion, creating panic around the area.