Farhat Abbas Responds to Denny Sumargo's Withdrawal from the Agus Salim Donation Case

Kapanlagi.com - Lawyer Farhat Abbas has finally spoken out regarding Denny Sumargo's decision to withdraw from the donation dispute for Agus Salim, a victim of acid attack. The donations had previously been collected by Pratiwi Noviyanthi, also known as Novi.

Farhat Abbas admitted he was reluctant to comment extensively on Denny Sumargo's withdrawal, considering that both had reconciled after mediation facilitated by the Indonesian Minister of Social Affairs, Saifullah Yusuf, in Jakarta on December 4, 2024.

“Actually, I don’t want to discuss this case anymore. I don’t want to be asked too many questions later for fear of misinterpretation, misunderstanding, and then new issues arising. But, I will respond with just the normative points,” said Farhat Abbas in his clarification video uploaded on the YouTube channel Intens Investigasi, Sunday (15/12/2024).

1. Hope that Denny is Consistent

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Farhat Abbas stated that he does not have an issue with Denny Sumargo's decision to withdraw from the case. However, he hopes that the former national basketball player truly remains consistent with his words.

“Hopefully, if Bang Denny Sumargo declares his withdrawal, it is genuine. If he does not want to take care of it anymore, then don’t take care of it at all. Don’t let it become a hoax, suddenly he said he wanted to defend Agus, and then suddenly he doesn’t want to get involved in donations,” said Farhat Abbas.

He also assessed that Denny's role in this case is actually not very active. “Because his role is passive, far removed from responsibility. He is a person who has a noble deed, informing that there are people in need of help, and then someone helps,” he added.

2. Legal Process Continues

Although respecting Denny Sumargo's decision, Farhat Abbas revealed that until now there has been no peace agreement between Agus Salim and Novi. The legal process continues.

With Denny Sumargo's withdrawal, Farhat Abbas feels that this situation makes it easier for Agus Salim to reclaim the disputed donation money.

“Now there is no peace, Denny Sumargo has withdrawn. For me, it’s easier for Agus to reclaim that money compared to having Denny Sumargo involved,” explained Farhat Abbas.

Nevertheless, he still questions the reason behind Denny Sumargo's withdrawal from this case. “I don’t know why he withdrew. What is clear is that whether he withdraws or not, it doesn’t matter. Because Agus's issue is no longer with Denny Sumargo,” he concluded.

(kpl/glk)