Bali is reeling after a tragic shooting incident that claimed the life of an Australian, prompting police to make arrests and investigate the motives behind the attack.
Two Arrested Following Deadly Shooting of Australian in Bali
Two Arrested Following Deadly Shooting of Australian in Bali
Bali police detain suspects involved in fatal shooting that left one dead and another injured.
Bali authorities have apprehended two suspects implicated in a shooting that resulted in the death of one Australian national and serious injuries to another. The victim, identified as Zivan Radmanovic, 32, was gunned down shortly after midnight on Saturday inside a villa located in Munggu, a popular area on the Indonesian island.
According to reports, one suspect was captured in Jakarta, while the other was detained outside Indonesia. Details surrounding these arrests remain scarce as police continue their inquiries into the shooting's motivation. Eyewitness accounts reveal that Radmanovic's wife woke to his cries, leading her to discover him fatally wounded in the bathroom, as reported by Australian outlets.
A second victim, Sanar Ghanim, aged 34, is currently receiving medical attention for gunshot wounds sustained during the clash, during which he was also reportedly assaulted. Testimonies from both women, spouses of the victims, did not indicate any injuries on their part, but they provided police with descriptions of the assailants.
Authorities have recovered an arsenal of evidence from the crime scene, including 17 spent bullet casings, two unspent projectiles, and 55 bullet fragments. Disturbing images circulated by Australian media depict the crime scene, showcasing bullet-riddled windows and blood-stained floors.
Witnesses reported overhearing the assailants, who spoke English with distinctive Australian accents. They described one individual wearing an orange jacket and a dark helmet, while the other sported a dark green jacket paired with a black mask. Allegedly, at one point, one of the attackers expressed frustration, stating, "I can't start my bike," before ultimately escaping on a scooter.
This violent episode transpired in Bali's Badung district, a region celebrated for its tourist attractions, including famous beaches like Kuta and Canggu. Despite the island's popularity with international travelers, violent crime typically remains rare in the area.
