Erin Dibayangi Sentenced to Prison in Alleged Domestic Worker Abuse Case Erin Dibayangi, the ex-wife of Indonesian comedian Andre Taulany, was sentenced to prison in connection with an alleged assault on a former domestic worker, according to verified reports. The case, which has drawn public attention in Indonesia, involves charges of physical abuse and escalated … Read more
Jakarta Metropolitan Police have arrested seven individuals in connection with the alleged confinement of three printing company employees in Central Jakarta. The suspects reportedly held the victims for 21 days following allegations that the employees were responsible for the loss of printing plates valued at approximately Rp230 million. According to official statements from the National … Read more
West Java Police Arrest Man for Alleged Three-Year Captivity and Abuse of Girlfriend in Bandung West Java Regional Police (Polda Jabar) have arrested a man identified as Taufik Hidayat for the alleged kidnapping and physical abuse of his girlfriend in Bandung, Indonesia. Authorities report that the suspect maintained the victim’s captivity and subjected her to … Read more
A West Java provincial legislator is facing multiple criminal charges after authorities allege he abducted and subjected his partner to prolonged physical and psychological abuse over a three-year period, according to official statements from Indonesian law enforcement and court documents. The case has sparked national debate about domestic violence legislation and law enforcement response times … Read more
A woman who was abducted and held captive by her boyfriend for three years in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, escaped when police attempted to arrest him last week, according to local law enforcement and lawmakers. The suspect fled during the operation, leaving the victim free but raising concerns about ongoing threats to her safety. Authorities … Read more
Jakarta Authorities Investigate Fatal Assault of Brunei National in Blok M Linked to Social Media Influencer Authorities in Jakarta are conducting an intensive investigation into a violent incident in the Blok M district of South Jakarta that has resulted in the death of a national from Brunei Darussalam. The incident, which reportedly involved a prominent … Read more
Indonesia’s Acid Attack on Activist Andrie Yunus: A Test of Military Justice and Civilian Rights Jonathan Reed | Editor, News | London, UK | May 13, 2026 JAKARTA — The brutal acid attack on Indonesian human rights activist Andrie Yunus has ignited a storm of controversy over military impunity and civilian justice, as the victim … Read more
Yogyakarta Daycare Abuse Scandal Deepens as Identity Claims Emerge Yogyakarta, Indonesia – A disturbing case of alleged abuse and neglect at the Little Aresha daycare has sent shockwaves through Indonesia, prompting a national conversation about childcare safety and oversight. The scandal has escalated with claims that the chair of the daycare’s foundation allegedly lent her … Read more
Jakarta, Indonesia – A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged following an assault on employees at a petrol station in Cipinang, East Jakarta, an incident that gained widespread attention after footage circulated online. The suspect, identified by initials JMH, allegedly attacked the station workers after being refused service due to discrepancies with the vehicle’s … Read more
Tual, Maluku – Indonesian National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has affirmed that the investigation into allegations that a member of the Mobile Brigade (Brimob), identified as Bripda MS, fatally assaulted a student in Tual, Maluku, will be conducted with full transparency. The assurance comes amid growing public concern over the incident and demands … Read more