Sutrimo's Body to Be Exhumed Today; Family Too Distraught to Witness
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Authorities will exhume Sutrimo's body today in Banyumas, Central Java, as part of an investigation into his death.
- Sutrimo's family will not witness the exhumation directly, citing emotional distress, and will be represented by their lawyer.
- The exhumation is a key step in uncovering the cause of Sutrimo's death, which has drawn media attention due to his alleged connection to a high-ranking prosecutor.
Police are set to exhume the body of Sutrimo today, Wednesday, August 12, in Wlahar Village, Wangon District, Banyumas Regency, Central Java. The exhumation, conducted by a team from the Metro Jaya Regional Police, aims to uncover the cause of Sutrimo's death, which has become a subject of intense media scrutiny.
I am also a parent. Seeing a child slip and fall makes us tremble. Let alone in this position, it's definitely not an easy thing.
Sutrimo's family has stated they will not be present during the exhumation, as they feel emotionally unable to witness the process. Their lawyer, Aan Rohaeni, will represent the family. "I am also a parent. Seeing a child slip and fall makes us tremble. Let alone in this position, it's definitely not an easy thing," Aan Rohaeni told reporters, relaying the family's sentiment.
The family has expressed their readiness to cooperate with law enforcement and accept the results of the exhumation. "In principle, the family is now steadfast, just waiting for the exhumation results. The family has stated they will not refuse or object to anything," Aan added. The family feels reassured by the protection provided by the Banyumas Resort Police.
In principle, the family is now steadfast, just waiting for the exhumation results. The family has stated they will not refuse or object to anything.
Sutrimo was found dead in front of the Mordent beauty clinic in Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta. His death raised questions, particularly as he was reportedly the household head for Febrie Adriansyah, a high-ranking official at the Attorney General's Office. While the family confirmed Sutrimo worked for Adriansyah, they claimed ignorance about the specifics of his duties.
Technically, the important thing is that we convey that the grave is guarded. The part that will be exhumed is the body. The body is evidence.
Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.