Indonesian police have revealed that up to seven homemade explosive devices were found at the scene of a mosque bombing in Jakarta last week, four of which had detonated. Authorities described the suspect as a “lone wolf,” claiming he was not linked to any organized terrorist network. The explosions took place during Friday prayers, leaving 96 people injured, three of whom remain in serious condition, Jakarta Police Chief Asep Edi Suheri told reporters. According to him, the bombs were activated using a remote-control mechanism.

The suspect, whose identity has not been publicly disclosed, was referred to by officials as a “child facing the law.” Previous reports indicate that he is a 17-year-old student attending a school adjacent to the mosque. Authorities are currently investigating his background and motive to better understand what led to the attack. During the police briefing on Tuesday, officials displayed a toy weapon recovered from the scene, which bore inscriptions. Chief Suheri described the student as “reclusive” and “introverted,” noting that he tended to keep to himself and had limited social interactions.

The incident has drawn widespread attention and concern over security at places of worship, highlighting the dangers posed by homemade explosive devices even when orchestrated by young individuals acting alone. Authorities continue to investigate, emphasizing that there is no evidence of a larger terrorist organization being involved in the attack. The case has raised questions about how the student obtained the materials and what inspired him to carry out the bombing, prompting closer scrutiny of his personal and social environment.

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