Mob Destroys Car Allegedly Involved in Hit-and-Run in Medan
An intense incident broke out on Jalan Sisingamangaraja, Medan, on Saturday afternoon (June 28, 2025), when a private vehicle was allegedly involved in a hit-and-run accident. The anger of local residents boiled over after the car, suspected of hitting someone, tried to flee the scene. Within minutes, an enraged crowd swarmed the vehicle and began destroying it.
Videos circulating on social media show residents attacking the car with blunt objects like stones, sticks, and wooden poles. The situation quickly escalated as the front windshield was smashed and various parts of the vehicle were severely damaged. The car ended up visibly wrecked, while the driver’s whereabouts remain unknown.
According to one eyewitness at the scene, the outrage stemmed from reports that the vehicle had hit a pedestrian and fled. “They said the car hit someone and ran away, so people got furious,” said a local resident. However, there are still no confirmed details about the victim of the alleged accident.
Tensions grew even higher as more residents arrived and joined in damaging the vehicle. Local community leaders attempted to calm the crowd, but their efforts were overwhelmed by the sheer number and emotional intensity of the people present.
Police officers arrived sometime after the incident unfolded. As of now, there has been no official statement from the authorities regarding the incident, the status of the driver, or whether a victim has been identified. Police are currently securing the scene and conducting an investigation.
This event once again highlights the danger of vigilante actions in emotionally charged situations where the facts are still unclear. Mob justice can quickly spiral into violence, causing harm to both individuals and communities.
Authorities urge the public to stay calm and allow the official investigation to proceed. Taking the law into one’s own hands not only risks escalating violence but can also lead to legal consequences for those involved.
