# Aceh shooting and investigation in Pidie

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/aceh-shooting-and-investigation-in-pidie
> Updated: 2026-11-08T23:58:25.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2.

On November 4, 2026, a violent clash occurred in Pulo Keunari Village, Pidie Regency, Aceh, reportedly triggered by TNI/Polri personnel attempting to remove Bulan Bintang flags during Maulid Nabi Muhammad SAW celebrations. The confrontation resulted in the death of one civilian, Abzalul Riza, who was reportedly shot in the chest, and caused injuries to 13 civilians and six TNI personnel.

In response, the Indonesian government invited the National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) to investigate the incident. Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra stated the government is committed to a transparent investigation to uncover the facts.

Komnas HAM has since urged TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto to take decisive action, including potentially removing the unit commander in Aceh. Komnas HAM member Amiruddin al-Rahab argued that the deployment of armed personnel to confront civilians in a peaceful setting is unacceptable. The commission is requesting that all weapons used be secured for ballistic testing and is advocating for a Joint Investigation Team involving government officials and Acehnese community representatives. Additionally, PKS legislator Meity Rahmatia has called for an independent investigation involving the Ministry of Human Rights and Komnas HAM to ensure accountability and maintain public trust.

## Claims

- A shooting occurred in Gampung Pulo Kenari, Pidie, Aceh, on November 4. (reported by 2 sources)
- Several other individuals were injured in the shooting. (reported by 2 sources)
- Komnas HAM member Amiruddin al-Rahab requested the TNI Commander to reprimand or remove the unit commander in Aceh. (reported by 2 sources)
- Komnas HAM suggested all weapons used during the event be secured for ballistic testing. (reported by 2 sources)
- Abzalul Rizal, aged 20, died due to gunshot wounds. (reported by 1 source)
- Komnas HAM recommended the formation of a Joint Investigation Team involving government and community elements. (reported by 1 source)
- Brigjen TNI Mahesa Fitriadi stated that TNI members fired warning shots using rubber bullets. (reported by 1 source)
- PKS legislator Meity Rahmatia urged the government to involve the Ministry of Human Rights and Komnas HAM in the investigation. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-11-08: Komnas HAM urges TNI Commander to address Pidie shooting

Komnas HAM is demanding accountability from the TNI Commander following a shooting in Pidie, Aceh, that killed one person and injured several others during a peaceful period.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/komnas-ham-urges-tni-commander-removal-after-aceh-shooting

### 2026-11-06: Pidie clashes: Government invites Komnas HAM to investigate shooting allegations

The Indonesian government has called for a Komnas HAM investigation into a deadly clash in Pidie, Aceh, involving security forces and locals over the removal of Bulan Bintang flags.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/komnas-ham-investigates-fatal-clash-in-pidie-aceh

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