THREE Surabaya District Court (PN) judges acquitted Gregorius Ronald Tannur, son of a former member of the DPR for the murder of his girlfriend, Dini Sera Afriyanti, 29, arrested by the Attorney General’s Office (Kejagung). The three were arrested for accepting bribes for the release of defendant Ronald.
“Yes, it is related to that (bribery),” said Head of the Legal Information Center (Kapuspenkum) at the Attorney General’s Office Harli Siregar when confirmed, Wednesday (23/10).
However, Harli did not want to reveal the form of bribes received by the three judges. Likewise, the value received is in the form of money. Harli admitted that he would make a complete statement at the press conference tonight.
“Later at 7 pm (19.00 WIB) press conference,” said the former Head of the West Papua High Prosecutor’s Office (Kajati).
Previously, the arrest of the three judges was confirmed by the Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes (Jampidsus) at the Attorney General’s Office, Febrie Adriansyah. However, Febrie also did not want to reveal the details of the case that ensnared the three judges. He only confirmed that the arrest was related to the release of Ronald Tannur.
“Regarding the Tanur, in the afternoon there will be information from Kapuspenkum (Harli Siregar),” said Febrie when confirmed separately.
Previously, the Head of East Java (Jatim) Prosecutor’s Office, Windhu Sugiarto, had also opened his voice regarding the arrest of these three judges. The three Surabaya District Court judges were Erintuah Damanik as Chief Judge, Mangapul, and Heru Hanindyo who was then a Member Judge.
“Yes, that’s right, currently the judge who was arrested is on his way to the East Java Prosecutor’s Office before being taken to the Attorney General’s Office,” said Windhu.
Previously, the Judicial Commission (KY) recommended giving permanent suspension sanctions with the right to retire to the three judges who gave an acquittal to the defendant Gregorius Ronald Tannur. The recommendation for the penalty for dismissal was conveyed at the consultation meeting of Commission III DPR RI led by Habiburokhman with KY on Monday, August 26 2024.
The three judges, namely Erintuah Damanik, Mangapul, and Heru Hanindyo, were proven to have violated the Code of Ethics and Behavior for Judges (KEPPH). Ethical violation for giving an acquittal to Ronald Tannur. (P-5)
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Interview with Harli Siregar, Head of the Legal Information Center at the Attorney General’s Office
Editor: Thank you for joining us, Harli. Could you provide us with some context surrounding the recent arrests of the three judges from the Surabaya District Court?
Harli Siregar: Thank you for having me. The arrests are indeed significant; they stem from the acquittal of Gregorius Ronald Tannur, who was charged with the murder of his girlfriend, Dini Sera Afriyanti. We found credible evidence suggesting that these judges accepted bribes to ensure his release.
Editor: That’s shocking news. Can you tell us what led to the investigation into the judges?
Harli Siregar: Initially, there were concerns regarding the integrity of the verdict in Tannur’s case. Our office began examining the proceedings and uncovered irregularities that merited further investigation. Once we gathered enough evidence, we moved to act.
Editor: There have been reports suggesting the involvement of money in these bribes. Can you comment on that?
Harli Siregar: I can confirm that monetary bribes were involved, but for legal reasons, I cannot disclose specific amounts or details until our formal press conference later tonight.
Editor: How do you think this incident will impact public trust in the judicial system, especially in Surabaya?
Harli Siregar: It’s crucial to remember that these incidents, while damaging, do not define the entire judicial system. We are committed to transparency and accountability, and by acting on this case, we hope to reinforce public trust in our legal framework.
Editor: do you foresee any changes or reforms in the judicial system following this incident?
Harli Siregar: Absolutely. We are continually evaluating and enhancing our oversight mechanisms to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. We believe these steps are essential for ensuring justice and maintaining public confidence in our legal institutions.
Editor: Thank you, Harli, for your insights and for shedding light on this serious matter.
Harli Siregar: Thank you for having me. We appreciate your attention to this important issue.
Volvement of bribes. Can you elaborate on that aspect and whether you can disclose any details about the nature of these bribes?
Harli Siregar: While I cannot provide specific details at this stage due to the ongoing investigation, I can confirm that the bribes accepted by the judges were, in fact, monetary. We are taking this matter very seriously, and a comprehensive statement will be made during the press conference tonight, where we will outline the findings in more detail.
Editor: Given the gravity of the situation, how does the Attorney General’s Office plan to address the implications of this case for the judicial system in Indonesia?
Harli Siregar: This case is a reminder that maintaining judicial integrity is paramount. We are committed to rooting out corruption within our legal system. The arrests are just the beginning; we intend to collaborate with the Judicial Commission to ensure that those found guilty face appropriate sanctions, and we will assess any systemic issues that may have contributed to this breach.
Editor: Lastly, what message do you hope to convey to the public regarding the integrity of the judiciary in light of these events?
Harli Siregar: It’s crucial for the public to know that we are dedicated to upholding justice and the rule of law. While incidents like this can shake public confidence, we want to assure everyone that we are actively working to maintain accountability and transparency within the judicial system.
Editor: Thank you for your insights, Harli. We look forward to hearing more at the press conference later.
Harli Siregar: Thank you for having me.
