Indonesia’s National Narcotics Agency has confirmed the arrest of three foreigners who are believed to have been operating a drugs lab in a village just outside of Ubud. The National Narcotics Agency, known as the BNN, has confirmed that Bali has become the primary target for international drug kingpins. This is not the first clandestine …
Crime
Bali Police have confirmed to the press that they are yet to track down the man who attacked British tourists in Canggu last Wednesday night. The attacker is said to have hit the young woman over the head, and there is not believed to have been any prior contact or altercation between the attacker and …
Tourists considering driving a motorcycle or a car in Bali must take the time to familiarize themselves with the rules of the road before starting the engine. Leaders on the island have confirmed that tourists who received a driving ticket, even for a minor infringement, risk deportation. The news comes as leaders and top authorities …
Police in Bali have arrested 103 foreigners in a raid on a villa in Tabanan Regency in connection with a huge cybercrime operation. The 103 foreigners are all believed to be connected to a cyber crime network and have been residing in Indonesia illegally and conducting activities that violate their visa conditions. Immigration authorities and …
As the high season steps into full flow in Bali, security officials in the island’s biggest tourism hotspots have been ordered to increase patrols to help keep the public safe. The increased patrols are focused in the Canggu area, though they will be conducted throughout tourism resorts in Badung Regency. The first of the increased …
A British tourist in Bali has been caught red-handed stealing goods from a boutique clothing store in the tourist resort of Canggu. The news comes as immigration officials in Bali have spoken out about their strict stance on foreigners breaking the law on the inland. The British tourist with the BPG, was caught red-handed stealing …
News that a drug lab has been uncovered in Bali’s Canggu has rocked the tourism island. Four people have been arrested, including three foreign nationals, in connection with the narcotics production facility raided by the Bali Police and National Narcotics Agency, as confirmed by the authorities in a press conference on Monday, the 13th of …
As a result of rising reports of criminals operating in and around Bali, I Gusti Ngurah Rai International officers have ordered that more police be deployed on duty in the area. Pickpocketing and theft are the most common crimes at Bali Airport. The Head of Public Relations for the Ngurah Rai Airport Police, Inspector Nyoman …
It’s that time of the year again when the first set of deportation figures are revealed by the authorities in Bali. Despite the numerous reports of foreigners behaving badly, this quarter’s figures are lower than what many people would be expecting. Data also shows the overall number of tourists who have visited Bali in the …
As a world-leading tourism destination, keeping tourists safe in Bali is a top priority for security officers and the local government. From reducing crime to having more officers out on patrol just in case support is needed, Bali is committed to keeping visitors safe and comfortable. In order to level up security operations across Bali’s …
Tourists arriving and departing through Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport are encouraged to keep a close eye on their belongings. The updates come as Bali Police successfully arrested an online taxi driver who was caught stealing luggage. Badung Police have confirmed the arrest of a 43-year-old taxi driver in Bali who was found …
One of the most affordable, accessible, and efficient ways to explore Bali as a tourist is to rent a motorcycle. Whether a full-blown motorbike or a little moped or scooter, hiring a two-wheeler to whizz around the island is a popular choice with tourists. Motorcycles and tourists as a combo never seem to be too …