TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Three explosions occurred at Jalan Thamrin, in front of Sarinah Plaza, Central Jakarta. The first explosion occurred at the Starbucks Cafe in the Starbucks building across Sarinah Plaza.
The second explosion occurred at the Police outpost right in front of Sarinah Plaza, while the third was suspected to originate from a suicide bomber close to the Police outpost. One police officer was reported dead.
Footage from the Metro Jaya Police Traffic Management Center cameras revealed that the explosion halted surrounding traffic. Based on gathered information gathered by Tempo, the explosion injured several people. In addition, bodies can be seen in the middle of the road. Police officers rushed in to the scene to investigate the incident.
Sr. Comr. M. Iqbal, Metro Jaya Police spokesman confirmed the incident. "Yes, there have been explosions," Iqbal said, adding that Police authorities are currently securing the scene.
GHOIDA | WDA
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