Teen’s drowning forces Indonesia to confront bystander effect: ‘no one helped her’

The death of a 17-year-old who was filmed after being swept out to sea at a popular tourist spot has prompted soul-searching in Indonesia about the bystander effect.Elmi Febrianti had been visiting the Apparalang tourist site in Bulukumba regency with her family on Sunday when she ventured to a clifftop known as a popular selfie vantage point and was struck by a large wave that dragged her out to sea.Apparalang is known for its turquoise waters and towering limestone cliffs, whose dramatic rock formations draw visitors seeking striking photographs. The lack of an easily accessible coastline complicated rescue efforts after Elmi was swept in.