Semarang student killed in fatal street brawl

A 16-year-old junior high school student, identified as Farel Ferrari Kusuma, was killed during a street brawl in Semarang, Central Java. The victim was found with a severe head wound on Jalan Perintis Kemerdekaan, in front of RSU Banyumanik 2, in the early hours of Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Police have arrested an 18-year-old suspect, identified by the initials KPA, for his alleged role in the assault. According to Central Java Regional Police, the incident occurred when two groups, identified as GPU and IB, met at the Banyumanik roundabout for a pre-arranged confrontation. During the clash, the suspect allegedly struck the victim in the head with a weapon.

Authorities have detained nine youths from both groups for questioning. While KPA has been named a suspect for the assault, eight other individuals remain under investigation to determine their specific roles in the brawl. The victim's body was taken to RS Bhayangkara Semarang for an autopsy.