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TNI Spokesperson: Four Perpetrators of Activist Acid Attack to Face Military Court

From Republika · (2h ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Indonesian military (TNI) confirmed that four members of the State Intelligence Agency (Bais) are suspects in the acid attack on activist Andrie Yunus (AY).
  • Their trial is expected soon at the Military Court in Jakarta.
  • The TNI stated that the investigation is ongoing and the motive will be revealed during the trial.

Republika Online, a prominent Indonesian news portal, reports on the latest developments concerning the acid attack on activist Andrie Yunus (AY). The Indonesian Military (TNI) has officially confirmed that four members of the Denma Bais TNI (Detachment of the Strategic Intelligence Agency) have been named suspects in the case. Kapuspen TNI (Head of the Information Center of the TNI), Major General Aulia Dwi Nasrullah, stated that the suspects will appear in court for the indictment reading soon.

Saya pikir nanti akan terlihat di sidang, kan akan juga dihadirkan. Ini akan dilakukan, sekali lagi, akan terbuka dan kita profesional.

— Mayjen Aulia Dwi NasrullahThe Head of the TNI Information Center stating that the suspects will appear in court and the process will be open and professional.

This confirmation comes after AY's side suggested the possibility of more perpetrators involved, potentially numbering up to 16. However, the TNI maintains that the investigation has identified four individuals as the perpetrators, based on the current findings. Major General Nasrullah emphasized that the legal process will be conducted professionally and openly, and any further revelations regarding additional suspects or the true motive behind the attack will unfold during the trial.

Masih tetap empat orang, seperti yang saya sudah dijelaskan sebelumnya pada saat kemarin konferensi pers di puspen juga pada saat saya rilis.

— Mayjen Aulia Dwi NasrullahConfirming that the number of suspects remains four, as previously stated.

From an Indonesian perspective, this case touches upon sensitive issues of activism, state security, and accountability within the military and intelligence apparatus. The attack on AY, who was discussing sensitive topics like militarism, has drawn significant public attention and concern. Republika Online's reporting reflects the nation's interest in ensuring justice for the victim and transparency in the investigation. The focus on the upcoming military court trial signifies the TNI's commitment to handling the case internally, as per military law.

Nanti kita bisa lihat. Sidangnya akan secara profesional. Kita juga akan terbuka sampaikan.

— Mayjen Aulia Dwi NasrullahIndicating that further details, including the motive, will be revealed during the professional and open trial.

The TNI's assurance that the motive will be clarified in court is crucial. Whether the motive is deemed personal or related to AY's activism, the trial is expected to provide much-needed answers. Republika Online will continue to follow this story, highlighting the proceedings at the Military Court and ensuring that the public remains informed about the pursuit of justice in this significant case. The transparency promised by the TNI is key to maintaining public trust.

Saya pikir kalau nanti sudah dijelaskan motifnya bahwa ini pribadi dan itu akan nanti kita lihat di sidang. Akan terbuka. Bisa dilihat semua nanti. Akan dijelaskan di sana, di sidang.

— Mayjen Aulia Dwi NasrullahSuggesting that the motive, potentially personal, will be clarified during the upcoming court proceedings.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.