Cop Shoots and Stabs Repo Man Over Unpaid Car Payments, Goes on the Run

A repo man faced a life-threatening situation when a police officer, behind on his car payments, attacked him at a shopping center in Palembang, Indonesia on March 23. Video footage of the incident, which went viral, horrified viewers.

Unpaid Car Payments and Fake License Plate

The police officer had reportedly not made payments on his Toyota Avanza since 2022 and had gone to the extent of disguising the car with a fake license plate to evade repossession.

Violent Confrontation

The officer first threatened the repo man with a handgun, firing a shot narrowly missing him. Subsequently, he proceeded to attack the repo man with a knife, inflicting serious stab wounds to the victim's shoulders and arms.

Recovery and Pursuit

The repo man is currently recuperating in a hospital, while the police officer is evading his colleagues who are pursuing him. His knowledge of police procedures may enable him to evade capture for some time.

Rise in Car Repossessions

Instances of car repossessions are increasing not just in North America but also in other parts of the world. However, resorting to violence in such circumstances will only exacerbate the financial and legal troubles for individuals.