Medan Kota Police arrest two repeat motorcycle theft offenders

Two repeat motorcycle theft offenders, Idris Sardi Sihotang (32) and Dian Hafiq Sinambela (25), were arrested by the Medan Kota Police after an attempted theft in Medan, Indonesia.

The incident occurred on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at approximately 7:30 PM on Jalan Air Bersih, Sudirejo I. The victim, Benget Tumanggor, had parked his black Honda Vario with the ignition key still in the contact point while delivering laundry.

According to Police Criminal Investigation Unit Head Iptu Poltak Tambunan, the victim caught Sihotang attempting to start the motorcycle by hand. The victim's shouts alerted nearby patrol officers, leading to the immediate apprehension of both suspects before they could flee.