DVI Identifies 44 Victims: Latest Updates

BANDUNG, February 1, 2026 – Search teams in West Bandung Regency have now identified 44 victims of the devastating Cisarua landslide, officials confirmed Sunday. the ongoing recovery effort is a race against time, complex by challenging terrain and the lingering threat of further landslides.

“A total of 44 body packs have been successfully identified by the DVI Team,” said Police Commissioner Hendra Rochmawan, Head of public Relations for the West Java Regional Police, in a statement. “The identification process is ongoing,prioritizing accuracy and caution.”

Search Continues for Missing Individuals

Joint Search and rescue (SAR) teams are still actively searching for individuals who remain missing following the disaster.The scale of the landslide has made the search incredibly challenging, requiring a coordinated effort from the West Java Regional Police, the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), regional government, and volunteers.

What’s the current status of the Cisarua landslide recovery? As of Saturday, February 1, 2026, authorities had located the bodies of 65 victims after eight days of intensive searching.

Beyond identification, authorities are focused on providing complete support to those affected. “Apart from focusing on searching and identifying victims, we also ensure that logistical support, health services and psychological assistance for victims’ families and affected communities continues,” Rochmawan added.

Did you know? – Landslides in Indonesia are common, especially during the rainy season, due to a combination of steep terrain, deforestation, and heavy rainfall. They often occur with little warning.

K9 Units assist in the Search

The West Java Regional Police’s Samapta Directorate has deployed K9 units to aid in the search for remaining victims. Seventy personnel, including members of the K9 Unit, are directly involved in the disaster response.

Responding to reports from the public of a strong odor potentially indicating buried remains in the C3 area, K9 teams utilized Labrador and Belgian Malinois dogs to detect possible locations of victims trapped in the landslide debris.

“We have deployed the K9 unit to strengthen the search process, especially in areas that are difficult for personnel to reach. We respond quickly to every citizen report so that the search process can run optimally,” Rochmawan explained.

Pro tip – If you live in a landslide-prone area, create an emergency plan and a go-bag with essential supplies.Monitor weather reports and be prepared to evacuate if necessary.

The West Java Regional Police is urging the public to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified data, and rely on official updates from authorities.

Authorities are also investigating the underlying causes of the landslide, with some experts pointing to social factors in addition to natural conditions.

Recent support for recovery efforts includes a 2 billion Indonesian Rupiah donation from Raffi ahmad for landslide recovery, and a visit to refugees by Ahmad, who delivered a message from the President.

Why did the landslide happen? The Cisarua landslide was triggered by heavy rainfall on steep terrain.Authorities are investigating whether social factors, such as deforestation or inadequate land management, contributed to the disaster.

Who was affected? the landslide directly impacted residents of West Bandung Regency. As of February 1, 2026, 44 victims had been identified, and the search continued for missing individuals. Families of the victims and affected communities are receiving logistical support, health services, and psychological assistance.

What happened? A devastating landslide occurred in Cisarua, West Bandung Regency, Indonesia. The landslide resulted in meaningful loss of life and prompted a large-scale search and rescue operation involving the West Java Regional Police, the Indonesian National Armed Forces, regional government, and volunteers.

How did it end? The search and rescue operation is ongoing, with authorities utilizing K9 units and responding to public reports to locate remaining victims. While