Pidie, Aceh: Government invites human rights commission to investigate fatal clash

The Indonesian government has invited the National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) to investigate a violent clash in Pidie, Aceh, which resulted in one death and multiple injuries. The incident occurred on November 4, 2026, in Pulo Keunari Village, Tiro District, following an attempt by TNI and Polri personnel to remove Bulan Bintang flags during a Maulid Nabi Muhammad SAW commemoration.

According to Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration, and Correctional Affairs, Yusril Ihza Mahendra, the clash left 13 civilians injured and one individual dead from a chest wound. Additionally, six TNI personnel sustained injuries.

Minister Yusril stated that while the incident is being described as a shooting, further investigation is required to confirm whether a firearm was used and to determine the exact nature of the fatal wound, noting that the victim has already been buried without an autopsy. He confirmed that communication has been established with Komnas HAM Chairperson Anis Hidayah regarding the investigation.