Tragic Shooting in Bali: Australian Tourist Killed in Villa Incident
Authorities are investigating the death of an Australian man as two armed suspects remain at large
Bali, Indonesia – An Australian tourist was shot and killed in a villa on the popular Indonesian resort island of Bali early Friday morning, prompting a comprehensive search for two suspected gunmen.
The deceased, identified as 32-year-old Zivan Radmanovic from Melbourne, was shot shortly after midnight at Villa Casa Santisya, located near Munggu Beach in the district of Badung. A second victim, also from Melbourne and aged 34, sustained injuries during the incident and was reportedly beaten by the assailants. Both victims were promptly transported to hospitals in Denpasar, the provincial capital of Bali.
Badung Police Chief Arif Batubara announced that the investigation into the incident is ongoing, stating, “We cannot yet determine the motive” behind the shooting. At the time of the attack, the villa had a total of five guests, including the wives of the victims and another foreign tourist, according to local authorities.
Details Surrounding the Incident
Preliminary reports suggest that Radmanovic was shot inside a bathroom where police later discovered 17 bullet casings and two intact bullets. Witness testimonies indicate that two assailants, who arrived on a scooter, were involved in the attack. One gunman was described as wearing an orange jacket and dark helmet, while the other was clad in a dark green jacket, black mask, and dark helmet.
Radmanovic’s wife, Gourdeas Jazmyn, recollected waking up to the sound of her husband screaming and hiding under a blanket as gunfire erupted. Following the chaos, she discovered Radmanovic’s body alongside the injured Australian. Authorities detailed that both wives witnessed the assault and provided statements to investigators.
The Australian Consulate in Bali has been informed about the situation. In efforts to investigate further, authorities have announced that an autopsy for Radmanovic will be conducted, pending permission from the victim’s family.
As the investigation unfolds, the local community and law enforcement are on high alert, hoping to swiftly apprehend the suspects involved in this tragic incident.
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