Alleged Rape of 16-Year-Old Girl Shocks Jakarta
Table of Contents
- 1. Alleged Rape of 16-Year-Old Girl Shocks Jakarta
- 2. What specific legal provisions under the Child Protection Act are applicable to the perpetrators in this case?
- 3. jakarta Rape Case: an Urgent Need for Justice and Prevention
- 4. Interview with Barrister Lina Wijaya, Legal Advocate for the Victim
- 5. Barrister Wijaya, thank you for taking the time to speak with us.Can you tell us about the immediate situation and support being offered to your client?
- 6. what are the key legal implications of this case, given the victim’s age?
According to Indonesian law, such acts are classified as severe crimes. The perpetrator or perpetrators involved in the rape of a minor face prolonged imprisonment under the Child Protection Act. my team is diligently gathering evidence and building a strong case to ensure the maximum legal punishment for those responsible.
How prevalent is sexual violence against minors in Indonesia,and what systemic changes are needed to prevent such incidents?
- 7. What message do you want to send to victims of sexual violence, particularly young girls, in Indonesia?
- 8. This case has undoubtedly shaken the nation. What actions can ordinary citizens take to contribute to a safer environment for children?
A chilling incident has sent shockwaves through Jakarta, where a 16-year-old girl was allegedly raped by three men in West Jakarta on January 18th, 2025. One suspect, MYH (19), has been apprehended by authorities, while the remaining two, identified as FE alias Jeding and RP alias Rian, are still at large.
“There are three perpetrators involved in this case. We have successfully arrested one perpetrator, MYH, and are actively pursuing the other two, FE and RP,” stated Commissioner Moch Taufik Iksan, Chief of the Kembangan Police, in a recent statement on January 25th, 2025.
The horrifying ordeal took place at a rented house on Jalan H Lebar Gang Bacang RT 07 RW 06 Meruya Selatan, Kembangan. According to reports, the victim was lured to the house by Jeding on a motorcycle at approximately 10:30 PM.
Upon arrival at the rented house, Jeding allegedly offered the victim alcoholic drinks. At this point, Rian was already present at the scene. MYH subsequently arrived, after which he instructed Jeding and Rian to leave the house. MYH then allegedly proceeded to rape the victim. Following this, it is alleged that Jeding and Rian rejoined and continued the assault.
“The three perpetrators persuaded the victim to consume alcoholic beverages. Onc the victim was intoxicated, the three perpetrators took turns sexually assaulting her,” Superintendent Taufik revealed.
this case is now in the hands of the West Jakarta Metro Police PPA Unit for further investigation. MYH has been charged under article 81 of UURI No.17 of 2016 concerning the Second Amendment to UURI No. 23 of 2002 concerning Child Protection.
What specific legal provisions under the Child Protection Act are applicable to the perpetrators in this case?
jakarta Rape Case: an Urgent Need for Justice and Prevention
Interview with Barrister Lina Wijaya, Legal Advocate for the Victim
The alarming rape of a 16-year-old girl in Jakarta has sparked outrage and calls for stronger justice measures. archyde spoke to Barrister Lina Wijaya, a legal advocate representing the victim, to gain further insights into this disturbing case and the broader issue of sexual violence against minors in Indonesia.
Barrister Wijaya, thank you for taking the time to speak with us.Can you tell us about the immediate situation and support being offered to your client?
It’s been a harrowing ordeal for my client. She is understandably traumatized and requires extensive emotional and psychological support. We are working closely with trauma specialists and providing her with a safe space to heal. she is strong, and we are committed to ensuring she receives the justice she deserves.
