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Shocking Discovery of Woman’s Body Found Inside a Blue Plastic Drum Floating in Tangerang River. |
Residents in Tangerang were left horrified after the discovery of a woman's body inside a large blue plastic drum floating on a water surface. The gruesome incident quickly drew public attention and prompted immediate action from local law enforcement.
What Happened?
On Sunday, July 27, 2025, a blue plastic drum was found floating in a body of water in Tangerang. Upon inspection, authorities discovered the drum contained the corpse of a woman. The incident quickly went viral and sparked concern among locals.
Police confirmed the discovery and responded swiftly. Tangerang Metro Police Chief, Police Commissioner Raden Muhammad Jauhari, personally visited the scene to oversee the investigation.
“I just returned from the crime scene. I monitored and went down to the location directly,” Commissioner Jauhari said when contacted on Sunday (07/27/2025).
Who Was the Victim?
At this time, the identity of the female victim has not been revealed. The body is still undergoing evacuation and will be transferred to a local forensic lab for autopsy and identification.
“Still under investigation and identification process,” Jauhari added.
Where Was the Body Found?
While exact details about the location are yet to be made public, the drum was found floating in a water area within the Tangerang City region. Police have conducted a preliminary investigation at the scene and are interviewing witnesses in the area.
When Did It Happen?
The drum was discovered on Sunday, July 27, 2025, and reported by local residents. The police responded immediately to secure the site and begin the investigation.
Why Is This Case So Disturbing?
The unusual method of disposal—placing a body inside a sealed plastic drum and dumping it into water—has raised suspicions of a planned murder and attempted cover-up. Authorities suspect foul play and are now treating the case as a possible homicide.
How Are Police Handling the Investigation?
Police are currently focusing on identifying the victim through autopsy and forensic analysis. Investigators are also collecting physical evidence from the scene and reviewing any possible surveillance footage from the area.
In addition, authorities are urging anyone who may be missing a female family member or has any related information to come forward and report to the nearest police station.
The chilling discovery of a woman's body in a floating plastic drum in Tangerang has sent shockwaves through the community. As police continue to investigate, many questions remain unanswered—who was she, what happened to her, and who is responsible?
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