After Being Reported for Molesting Five Students, Famous Cleric Now Lives in Egypt

Republika, as a publication deeply rooted in Indonesian society and values, reports on this deeply disturbing allegation against Ustaz Syekh Ahmad Al Misry (SAM) with grave concern. The accusation of sexual abuse against five male students is a betrayal of the trust placed in religious figures and educators. Our reporting highlights the urgency expressed by the victims' legal representative, Achmad Cholidin, who is calling for swift police action to name SAM a suspect and secure his return from Egypt to face justice. The alleged attempts at intimidation and bribery underscore the power imbalance and the potential for further harm to the victims. This case raises critical questions about accountability within religious communities and the protection of vulnerable individuals. For Indonesia, where religious leaders hold significant influence, such allegations demand thorough investigation and transparent legal proceedings. Republika is committed to bringing these facts to light, ensuring that justice is pursued and that the sanctity of educational environments is upheld, regardless of the perpetrator's standing.

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After the Hearing Meeting (RDP) with the DPR, we have asked the investigators to immediately name the suspect of sexual harassment, Syekh Ahmad Al-Misry.