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Bandung Assault Victim Receives Intensive Care After Alleged 3-Year Captivity

From Tempo · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A 29-year-old woman in Bandung, Indonesia, is receiving intensive medical care after allegedly being held captive and severely assaulted for three years.
  • The victim, identified as YTR, was found with severe injuries to her head, face, legs, and hands, impacting her vision, speech, and mobility.
  • Authorities are coordinating efforts to ensure her recovery, with the Ministry of Health, local government, and the Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection involved in her medical, economic, and psychosocial rehabilitation.

A 29-year-old woman, identified by the initials YTR, is currently receiving intensive medical treatment in Bandung, Indonesia, following her alleged three-year ordeal of captivity and severe abuse. The victim was discovered in a critical condition, bearing extensive injuries that have significantly impacted her physical capabilities and well-being.

From a health perspective, the person concerned is now receiving intensive care at the Ministry of Health Hospital in Bandung, RS Hasan Sadikin (RSHS).

— Budi Gunadi SadikinThe Minister of Health provided an update on the victim's medical condition and location.

According to health officials, YTR is being treated at the Hasan Sadikin General Hospital (RSHS), a hospital affiliated with the Ministry of Health in Bandung. The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with local government and the Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection, is coordinating a three-pronged approach to ensure YTR's comprehensive recovery. This includes addressing her medical needs, providing economic support, and offering psychosocial rehabilitation.

Initial reports indicate that YTR, who disappeared from her home in Bandung Regency three years ago, was allegedly held under the control of a man identified as TH. Upon her discovery, she presented with severe injuries to her head, face, legs, and hands. These injuries have resulted in partial blindness, facial disfigurement affecting her speech, and an inability to walk. Furthermore, she reportedly lost approximately Rp 52 million (around $3,500 USD) in assets.

We promise to take the best possible care of the person concerned at Hasan Sadikin Hospital.

— Budi Gunadi SadikinThe Minister of Health assured that the victim would receive optimal medical treatment.

The case came to light when the victim's brother received an anonymous message informing him of YTR's presence at the RSHS emergency unit. The family was shocked by the extent of her injuries. Police in West Java have confirmed they are investigating the alleged assault, which is believed to have been carried out by TH using blunt objects and sharp weapons. The Ministry of Health has pledged to provide the best possible medical care until YTR fully recovers, expressing deep regret over the incident and stating such violence should not occur in Indonesia.

These things should not happen in Indonesia.

— Budi Gunadi SadikinThe Minister of Health expressed his dismay and empathy regarding the violent incident.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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