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Jakarta Bullying Victim's Family Rejects Settlement, Pursues Legal Action
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Jakarta Bullying Victim's Family Rejects Settlement, Pursues Legal Action

From CNN Indonesia · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The family of a 6-year-old boy who was a victim of bullying in Central Jakarta has refused a settlement offer.
  • They insist on pursuing legal action against the perpetrators to ensure justice and deter future incidents.
  • The child is recovering from physical symptoms including fever and low blood pressure, and has been transferred to a specialized hospital for further treatment.

The family of a 6-year-old boy, identified as MWP, who was severely bullied by two teenagers in Central Jakarta, has firmly rejected any attempts at reconciliation. They are committed to seeing the legal process through to its conclusion, seeking justice for their son and sending a clear message against bullying.

If there's an apology, there's one of the parents of the perpetrator who tried to be well-intentioned, came and gave food. But we refuse, because we still do not want to make peace.

— BellaThe father of the victim explained the family's refusal of a settlement offer from the perpetrator's family.

Despite an approach from one of the perpetrators' families offering apologies and even bringing food, the victim's father, Bella (29), stated, "We refuse, because we still do not want to make peace." The family has filed a police report, and the perpetrators have been apprehended and are undergoing investigation. They emphasize that their stance is not about cruelty but about preventing such incidents from becoming a habit or recurring with other children.

MWP is currently recovering, though his condition remains unstable. He has experienced high fever, low blood pressure, and skin rashes since the assault. Medical examinations are ongoing, particularly for his head, which had swollen significantly. His blood pressure is being closely monitored as it has not yet normalized.

We are still trying to find a way to ensure there is a deterrent effect on both perpetrators. It's not that we are cruel, but we are afraid this will become a habit or happen to other children.

— BellaThe victim's father articulated the family's motivation for pursuing legal action, emphasizing the need for a deterrent.

To ensure he receives comprehensive medical care, MWP has been transferred to the Bunda Mother and Child Hospital in Central Jakarta. The family hopes that the legal proceedings will serve as a deterrent, reinforcing the importance of public safety and ensuring that justice is served for victims of bullying. One of the accused, a junior high school student, has reportedly been released under supervision, while the legal process for the older perpetrator continues.

The child's condition is not stable, his blood pressure was checked and is still low and there is no progress.

— BellaThe father provided an update on his son's ongoing health issues following the bullying incident.
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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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