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Medan Police arrested and named UP (29), a daycare or child care provider who committed violence against a 1.3 year old baby, as a suspect. This is UP’s confession.
UP said he cared for three babies at the daycare, including the victim. He admitted that he had molested the victim three times. Meanwhile, the perpetrator admitted that he did not abuse the other two children.
“Three babies. (The victim was abused) three times,” said UP when interviewed by the police at the Medan Police, Thursday (10/10/2024).
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UP said the reasons he abused the victim were triggered by various things, such as fatigue, irritation and family problems.
“Tired, annoyed, there were family problems, I made a mistake,” he said.
Even so, he admitted that he regretted his actions. He also apologized to the victim’s family.
“(I’m) sorry, I apologize profusely to the victims, I’m sorry for my actions, I’m truly sorry,” he concluded.
Head of Criminal Investigation Unit for the Medan Police, Commissioner Jama Kita Purba, said the perpetrator had been arrested. Currently, UP has also been named a suspect.
“It’s a suspect,” said Jama.
Jama said the incident occurred at Murni Daycare, Al Abadi Complex, Medan Sunggal District, on Tuesday (1/10). Then, the next day, the victim’s parents made a report to the Medan Police.
He explained that the perpetrator was charged under the Child Protection Law with a maximum penalty of 3.5 years in prison. In this case, the perpetrator was not detained because the sentence was under five years.
“With a maximum sentence of 3.5 years. Because the threat is under five years, we will not carry out detention,” he said.
The middle-ranking National Police officer said that the perpetrator had carried out this action three times against the victim. The method is because the victim is often fussy.
“The method is that this victim is often fussy, cries and has difficulty eating. This has happened three times with the same victim. So, this third time the victim’s parents found out,” he said.
Jama explained that his party was still investigating whether there were other victims in the case. Apart from that, investigators are also still investigating the issue of the daycare permit.
“We are still investigating. For the victim, we have coordinated with the Medan City PPA UPT to provide assistance for counseling for the child,” he concluded.
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Child Abuse: A Growing Concern and the Unexpected Perpetrators
As I read the news article about UP, a 29-year-old daycare or child care provider who committed violence against a 1.3-year-old baby, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of disgust and concern. How could someone entrusted with the care of innocent children resort to such heinous acts? As a blog news writer, I want to delve deeper into this issue and explore the broader context of child abuse.
Firstly, it’s essential to understand that child abuse can be committed by anyone, regardless of their relationship with the child. According to the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL), a perpetrator can be a parent of the child, a caregiver, or anyone else who has a responsibility towards the child [[1]]. In this case, UP was a daycare provider, which highlights the importance of thorough background checks and screening processes for individuals working with children.
Statistics also show that perpetrators of child abuse are more likely to be parents of the child or individuals who have a close relationship with the child [[2]]. However, in this case, UP’s abuse was not driven by a familial relationship, but rather by his own personal struggles with fatigue, irritation, and family problems. This raises concerns about the emotional and psychological well-being of individuals working with children.
It’s also worth noting that child abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. According to a study, male perpetrators are more likely to commit child sexual abuse, but female perpetrators are more frequent among male victims than among female ones [[3]]. This underscores the complexity of child abuse and the need for a more nuanced understanding of the issue.
In UP’s case, his confession highlights the importance of addressing the root causes of abuse. Rather than simply punishing the perpetrator, we should be exploring ways to support individuals who are struggling with personal issues that may lead to abusive behavior. This could include providing counseling services, training programs, and resources to help caregivers manage their stress and emotions.
the case of UP is a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and awareness when it comes to child abuse. As a society, we must work together to prevent such tragedies from occurring and provide support to individuals who are struggling with personal issues that may lead to abusive behavior. By doing so, we can create a safer and more nurturing environment for all children.
References:
[[1]] https://pafsa.org/who-can-commit-child-abuse/
[[2]] https://www.statista.com/statistics/254893/child-abuse-in-the-us-by-perpetrator-relationship/
[[3]] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8472568/