East Java Police Chief Nico Afinta said in a statement that late at night, just after the end of the match, fights between supporters’ groups caused riot police to use tear gas, which caused panic among the fans. Afinta said 34 people died at the stadium, while others died either on the way to the hospital or while receiving treatment after being admitted to the hospital. Explaining that there are those who are in serious condition among the injured, Afinta stated that the number of dead may increase.