Judge Orders Prosecutor to Bring Andrie Yunus to Trial on May 13

The Indonesian military justice system is once again under scrutiny as a case involving alleged acid attacks progresses. The Military Court II-08 Jakarta has issued a clear directive, ordering the Military Prosecutor's Office to ensure the presence of Andrie Yunus at the next hearing scheduled for May 13, 2026. Yunus, identified as a victim in this disturbing case, is deemed crucial to the proceedings, with the court emphasizing the importance of his testimony.

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Now, before that, I asked about the progress of summoning Mr. Andrie?

During the recent hearing, the court was presented with the reasons for Yunus's absence. The prosecutor explained that Yunus is currently undergoing medical treatment, including a planned skin graft surgery, following the alleged attack. This medical necessity, confirmed by the Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK), prevents his immediate appearance. However, the court remains firm in its decision, exploring options for his testimony, including virtual attendance if direct presence remains impossible.

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Ready. Permission, Your Honor, we have sent a request to become an additional witness on this date to LPSK (Witness and Victim Protection Agency) on April 30th. Then, on May 4th, LPSK replied to our letter stating that Mr. Andrie Yunus cannot attend as a witness in this trial, as an additional witness in this trial, because he will undergo medical procedures planned by the doctor to treat him according to his needs.

This case highlights the complexities of the Indonesian legal system, particularly when dealing with sensitive issues like violent attacks and the protection of victims. CNN Indonesia's reporting provides a detailed look at the court's proceedings, the prosecutor's efforts, and the victim's condition. The military court's insistence on Yunus's testimony, despite his medical condition, underscores the commitment to uncovering the truth. The involvement of four TNI soldiers as defendants in this case adds another layer of gravity, pointing to potential internal disciplinary issues within the armed forces. The motive, as alleged by the prosecutor, involves a grudge stemming from Yunus's interruption of a parliamentary meeting discussing the revision of the TNI Law, adding a political dimension to this criminal case.

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Please, we will summon him again because today and tomorrow will definitely be recovery, treatment. Maybe summon again on the 13th [May]. Yes, the 13th on Wednesday. Yes, then we have the second alternative, we use vicon [video conference].