Jakarta Police Receive Acid Attack Case Against Rights Activist Andrie Yunus

The ongoing saga surrounding the acid attack on KontraS coordinator Andrie Yunus continues to unfold, with the Jakarta Metro Police now taking custody of the case file. This development follows a series of jurisdictional shifts, including transfers to and from the National Police's Criminal Investigation Unit (Bareskrim) and the Military Police Center (Puspom TNI). Such back-and-forth handling raises serious questions about the efficiency and commitment of law enforcement agencies in bringing perpetrators to justice.

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Still investigating.

KontraS and Yunus's legal team have expressed frustration with the protracted investigation. Their decision to file a direct report (tipe B) with Bareskrim, alleging attempted premeditated murder and even structured terrorism, highlights the gravity of the situation and their perceived lack of progress through conventional channels. The legal team's statement, "We are demanding the president's promise," suggests a belief that higher authorities should intervene to ensure the case is resolved swiftly and justly.

The repeated transfers of the case, ostensibly to avoid overlapping investigations, appear to have instead created bureaucratic hurdles and stalled progress. The legal team's plan to file a pretrial motion against Polda Metro Jaya underscores their dissatisfaction with the current pace and direction of the investigation. From an Indonesian perspective, this case is not just about an individual victim; it reflects broader concerns about the safety of human rights defenders and the effectiveness of the justice system in addressing serious violent crimes, especially those with potential links to organized elements or terrorism.

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We are demanding the president's promise.

This situation is particularly concerning given the role of organizations like KontraS in advocating for human rights and accountability. The perceived 'mandek' or stagnation in the legal process sends a chilling message. While Western media might focus on the legal technicalities or the international implications of human rights advocacy, the local perspective here is one of deep concern for the safety of activists and a demand for a robust, decisive response from the Indonesian authorities to uphold justice and deter future violence.

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So the examination process at the police is still ongoing.