Surabaya, Indonesia - A suspect in a potential mutilation case was apprehended by Mojokerto Police investigators at a boarding house in the Tongue Wetan area of Surabaya on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at approximately 1:00 AM local time.
The arrest of the individual, identified as Alvi, who had resided at the boarding house for five months, comes amid heightened concern following the finding of 66 human body parts in a bush pathway near Pacet, Mojokerto. While authorities have not yet confirmed if these remains are the result of a deliberate mutilation, the discovery has stirred unrest among local residents.
Heru, Chairman of RT 01 RW 01 Tongue Wetan, confirmed the police operation. “The arrest was at 01.00 WIB in the morning, his name is Alvi. Kos 5 months here,” he stated to reporters. Heru assisted police during the arrest after being informed of the suspected connection to a mutilation case.
“The police say the mutilation case, but I don’t know which case,” Heru added. He described Alvi as appearing calm during the arrest, observing him as “relaxing” from a distance.
Following the arrest, the boarding house was secured with a police line.Authorities have not yet disclosed specific details regarding potential charges or the examination’s progress. The recovered body parts from Pacet included soles of the feet, wrists, and a scalp complete with hair, according to police reports.
(İLC/Hil)