A Belarusian national’s disruptive behavior in the normally tranquil Lovina area prompts a coordinated response, highlighting protocols for addressing foreign nationals who breach public order.
LOVINA, Bali — The serene atmosphere of Bali’s northern coastal resort of Lovina was disrupted this week by the unruly conduct of a foreign tourist, leading to his eventual handover to immigration authorities. The incident, involving a 31-year-old Belarusian national identified as Pisarenka Pavel, underscores the challenges local businesses and police face in maintaining order while navigating the legal protocols for foreign nationals.
A Series of Disturbances
According to the Buleleng Police Public Relations Head, Iptu Yohana Rosalin Diaz, the sequence began early Tuesday morning, January 27, 2026, at the Rumi Bumi Lovina Hotel. Hotel management reported a guest causing a significant disturbance and violating public peace. As detailed in a report by detikBali, police from the nearby Lovina Police Post were immediately dispatched.
Officers initially encountered Pavel on the beach area before reaching the hotel. “Police then conducted a persuasive approach and asked the bald foreigner not to disturb the order,” Yohana stated, summarizing the initial contact. While no material damage to hotel facilities was reported, Pavel soon returned to the hotel in an agitated state.
“The person in question spoke in a high tone and uttered words that made the hotel party feel uncomfortable,” Yohana explained. The situation escalated as Pavel demanded coffee, breakfast, and a room extension, all while refusing to pay. The hotel served the food and drink but denied the stay extension, fearing further disruption to other guests.
Defiant Gesture and Escalation
After being given a 15-minute ultimatum to leave the hotel premises—a measure taken to maintain a conducive environment—Pavel departed but continued to cause trouble. He was subsequently reported by a local warung (small shop) owner for taking items without payment.
Upon police intervention for this second offense, Pavel was taken into custody. DetikBali reported that during this apprehension, the foreigner was seen making an obscene gesture, defiantly raising both middle fingers towards the arresting officers.
Coordinated Handover to Immigration Authorities
Following his detention at the Buleleng Police Station for questioning, Pavel was not charged with a criminal offense at that stage. Instead, in a move that highlights standard procedure for non-violent public order incidents involving foreigners, he was handed over to the Class II Immigration Office in Singaraja.
“Based on coordination with Immigration, the immigration documents of the foreign national are complete,” clarified Police Head Yohana. “However, if criminal elements are found, handling can be continued through the legal process at the Police Resort.”
A Case Study for Bali’s Hospitality Sector
For Bali’s vast community of hospitality operators, expatriates, and tourists, this incident serves as a clear case study. It illustrates the operational threshold at which behavioral issues transition from a hotel management problem to a police matter and, subsequently, to an immigration issue. While the individual’s travel documents were in order, disruptive conduct can lead to administrative removal, protecting the peaceful enjoyment of the destination for residents and visitors alike.
The episode in Lovina reinforces a critical message: Bali’s renowned tolerance and welcome are matched by a structured framework to address violations of public order, ensuring the island’s peace and security remain a top priority.
