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Family of Domestic Worker Who Died in Benhil Seeks LPSK Protection

From Tempo · (2h ago) Indonesian Critical tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The family of a domestic worker who died after falling from a fourth-floor apartment has sought protection from the Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK).
  • The family alleges intimidation and claims the perpetrator's lawyer attempted to pressure them into a settlement.
  • Police have named the employer and two others involved in the recruitment process as suspects in the case.

Tempo reports on the family of a domestic worker, identified by the initial D, who has sought protection from Indonesia's Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK) following her death. The family alleges intimidation and pressure from the perpetrator's side to settle the case, highlighting a common concern for vulnerable workers in Indonesia. LPSK's involvement signifies a commitment to ensuring procedural justice and psychological support for the victim's family, as well as restitution. The article details the legal proceedings, naming the employer (AVP) and two recruitment facilitators as suspects. This case brings to light the ongoing struggles faced by domestic workers in Indonesia, who often lack adequate legal protection and are susceptible to exploitation and abuse. The involvement of JALA PRT, a network advocating for domestic workers' rights, further emphasizes the systemic issues at play. The publication frames this as a critical moment for ensuring justice and preventing similar incidents.

They are seeking protection in the form of procedural rights fulfillment, psychological assistance, and restitution.

โ€” Sri SuparyatiDeputy Head of LPSK Sri Suparyati confirmed the agency received protection requests from the victim's family and another injured domestic worker.
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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.