BADUNG, Bali – A Russian man kidnapped in Bali, known locally as “Mr Terimakasih,” has accused a group of fellow Russians of abducting, torturing, and extorting him in a shocking late-night ordeal. The victim, Sergeii Domogatskii (40), filed his report to the Bali Police Headquarters (Polda Bali) on Sunday, October 19, 2025, under report number LP/B/732/X/2025/SPKT/Polda Bali.

According to Police Spokesperson Commissioner Ariasandy, the incident occurred a day earlier, on Saturday night, October 18, at around 10:30 p.m. Domogatskii was riding his motorcycle near Sanur Port, Denpasar, when a black Alphard van suddenly blocked his path. Two masked men in black uniforms jumped out, forcing him into the vehicle.

He was then taken to a house in Jimbaran, South Kuta, where the men allegedly beat him and electrocuted him while demanding access to his mobile phone. The attackers then transferred 4,617 USDT—about USD 4,617 or IDR 73 million—from his cryptocurrency wallet.

“Later, three other Russian nationals arrived and demanded USD 1 million, threatening to send him to prison by framing him for drug possession if he refused,” Ariasandy told reporters on Tuesday (October 21).

When Domogatskii said he could not pay, the men returned his phone and dumped him near The Apurva Kempinski Hotel in Nusa Dua. He suffered injuries to his right arm and reported the crime the following day, citing extortion, collective assault, and physical abuse under Articles 368, 170, and 351 of Indonesia’s Criminal Code (KUHP).

Domogatskii believes the attack was retaliation for his past online comments about Russian criminal networks operating in Bali.
“Three years ago, I spoke on social media about Russian mafia activities in Bali. They hated me for that. Now they’ve started a war — both informational and physical,” he told reporters.

Police confirmed the case is still under active investigation, and no suspects have been publicly named. Authorities say they are coordinating with immigration officials as part of the inquiry.

The case has stirred concern among Bali’s expatriate community, highlighting the growing presence of foreign crime groups on the island. Bali Police have vowed to pursue justice and ensure the island remains safe for residents and tourists alike.