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Bandung Regent Visits Kidnapping Victim, Promises Government Aid

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Regent of Bandung, Dadang Supriatna, visited Yunita, a 29-year-old victim of alleged kidnapping and abuse for three years.
  • Yunita was found with severe injuries and is receiving intensive care; the local government will cover her medical needs.
  • Police are investigating the case and pursuing the alleged perpetrators, while the Regent urged the public to be more vigilant.

Regent of Bandung Dadang Supriatna visited Yunita, a 29-year-old woman from Rancaekek, who was allegedly held captive and abused for approximately three years. Yunita was found with severe injuries and is currently in intensive care at Hasan Sadikin General Hospital (RSHS) in Bandung.

I on behalf of the Bandung Regency Government express my deepest sympathy and condolences. This is a very concerning event and serves as a reminder for all of us to increase our social awareness and sensitivity in our communities.

— Dadang SupriatnaThe Regent of Bandung expressed his sympathy and concern over the incident.

Supriatna assured Yunita that the Bandung Regency government would provide full support for her recovery, including medical services and financial assistance. The case has garnered public attention after Yunita's family reported her disappearance and suspected abuse. The West Java Regional Police are actively investigating and searching for the alleged perpetrators.

"On behalf of the Bandung Regency Government, I express my deepest sympathy and condolences. This is a very concerning event and serves as a reminder for all of us to increase our social awareness and sensitivity in our communities," Supriatna stated. He emphasized the importance of mutual vigilance and care within neighborhoods to prevent similar incidents.

I have discussed with the hospital. The victim will continue to be served and treated until she recovers. The Bandung Regency Government will help manage various necessary needs, including administration and financing.

— Dadang SupriatnaThe Regent assured that the victim would receive comprehensive support from the local government.

The Regent also urged law enforcement to thoroughly investigate the case and bring the perpetrators to justice. "I hope the police can quickly resolve this case and arrest the perpetrators. This kind of incident is horrific and must not happen again," he asserted. He called on the public to remain vigilant, especially in monitoring family members and children.

I hope the police can quickly resolve this case and arrest the perpetrators. This kind of incident is horrific and must not happen again.

— Dadang SupriatnaThe Regent urged law enforcement to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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