--- title: "Latest Bali News: Kintamani Death Turns into Suspected" description: "Bali News Roundup for October 13, 2026: Kintamani farmer death case reclassified as suspected murder investigation after autopsy results, Bali advances six…" url: "https://gobaligo.id/en/blog/bali-news-2026-10-13/" lang: "en" published: "2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z" modified: "2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z" source: gobaligo.id --- News Archive # Latest Bali News: Kintamani Death Turns into Suspected Murder, 6 Low-Emission Zones Progress, Bali Travel Trends 小 [By Go Bali Go Editorial Team](https://gobaligo.id/about/) Go Bali Go editorial team · Bali travel guides Oct 13, 2026 --- 💡 Quick Answer Bali News Roundup for October 13, 2026: Kintamani farmer death case reclassified as suspected murder investigation after autopsy results, Bali advances six low-… ## New Developments in Kintamani Farmer Death Case: Police Investigate as Suspected Murder The death of a farmer in Kintamani, Bangli Regency, Bali, has taken a significant turn. Initially, police investigated the case of a 49-year-old farmer named Ketut Selamat, who was found lying on a road leading to a farm shed in Sukawana Village with a motorcycle pinning him down. However, a subsequent autopsy revealed blunt-force trauma to the back of his head, leading authorities to reclassify the case as a suspected murder investigation. The victim was discovered on October 6, and the incident was initially suspected to involve a traffic accident. Further police examination found that the injuries were inconsistent with a simple fall from a motorcycle, and authorities are now tracking down potential suspects and related evidence. The case remains under investigation, and police have not yet completed the judicial process. Therefore, it is inappropriate to present the suspected murder as a confirmed criminal fact. For travelers, the incident occurred on a rural road in Kintamani, not in a popular tourist area, and there is no evidence suggesting it was a crime targeting foreign visitors. If you plan to travel to Kintamani, Sukawana, or the surrounding mountainous areas, you can still proceed with your planned activities. However, it is advisable to avoid traveling alone on remote roads at night and to follow local safety advisories. ## Bali Advances Six Low-Emission Zones: Ubud, Nusa Dua, and Kuta on the List The Bali Provincial Government is pushing forward with a Low-Emission Zone (Kawasan Rendah Emisi, KRE) initiative, aiming to gradually reduce carbon emissions in popular tourist areas by improving transportation methods, encouraging the use of electric shuttle buses, and cutting pollution. The six areas announced by the provincial government include: - Ubud - Nusa Penida - Nusa Dua - Kuta - Sanur - Gajah Mada (Denpasar Heritage District) Governor Wayan Koster stated that the plan will be implemented in phases according to the established direction, with the goal of meeting planning requirements by 2030. Bali Climate Week is scheduled to take place from October 13 to 17 in the Sanur low-emission zone, featuring policy forums, climate investment exchanges, innovation showcases, and community activities. This announcement differs from earlier news about Sanur being assessed as a low-emission zone, as the latest development sees the provincial government proposing a broader direction covering six areas. However, a low-emission zone does not mean an immediate ban on cars or motorcycles. For now, it should be understood as a gradually implemented environmental and transportation policy. Specific restrictions, implementation timelines, and detailed rules for each area are still pending further announcements. For independent travelers, a key point to watch in the future is whether popular areas will add more pedestrian spaces, bike facilities, and electric shuttle services, and how this might affect private car transfers and access to attractions. ## Kura-Kura Bali Pushed to Develop AI Industry, Bali’s Future Beyond Just Tourism The Indonesian government is promoting the development of artificial intelligence (AI) research and related industries in the Kura-Kura Bali Special Economic Zone, aiming to attract tech investment and diversify Bali’s economic base. Located in the Serangan area southeast of Denpasar, Kura-Kura Bali is part of the Bali Special Economic Zone development plan. The government hopes to reduce Bali’s reliance on traditional tourism by fostering industrial investment, tech research, and talent exchange, while also cultivating new economic activities. Currently, this news primarily reflects policy direction and investment plans, not a mature AI industry cluster on the ground. There are no AI parks or related tourist facilities open to visitors yet. For the tourism industry, this development is worth monitoring long-term. If it successfully attracts tech companies, international conferences, and professionals, it could boost business travel and longer stays, but the actual impact depends on subsequent investment and construction progress. ## Bali’s Tourism Appeal Faces New Challenges as Travelers Eye Other Destinations Bali media has recently begun discussing how, with rising crowds in popular tourist areas and growing attention on accommodation and living costs, some travelers may reconsider other destinations. On October 12, detikBali published a travel trend analysis exploring Bali’s competition and other destinations that might gain attention by 2027. This type of article is a travel trend observation, not official data on tourist decline, so it shouldn’t be interpreted as Bali losing visitors. In fact, Bali still boasts distinctive culture, beaches, natural landscapes, and wellness tourism features. However, when choosing a destination, travelers also compare accommodation prices, transportation convenience, environmental quality, and overall costs. In my view, what truly matters about this topic isn’t whether ‘Bali is overrated,’ but whether Bali can continuously improve its traffic, environment, and tourism service quality as travelers have more options. For readers planning a trip to Bali, there’s no need to change your travel plans based on such trend commentary. A more practical approach is to choose accommodations based on your budget, travel style, and preferred area, while avoiding peak traffic and crowd times.