Fitri Salhuteru Becomes Key Witness in Vadel Badjideh Case, Legal Counsel Claims Her Testimony Comes from Outside Indonesia

Kapanlagi.com - The follow-up trial of the alleged sexual assault case involving minors that ensnares Vadel Badjideh is being held again at the South Jakarta District Court on Wednesday (13/8/2025). The agenda for this trial is to hear the testimony of the witnesses presented by the defendant's side.

A surprise came when it was revealed that the key witness presented was Fitri Salhuteru, a public figure known to have been very close to Lolly and the reporter of the case, Nikita Mirzani.

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1. The Right Figure

2. Record of Proximity

The reason for choosing Fitri Salhuteru as a witness is considered very strategic, given her close ties to the parties directly involved in the swirl of this case.

"The reason I chose her is that we all know she was once very close to the complainant and sister Lolly," she added.

3. Occurred Abroad

Fitri Salhuteru © KapanLagi.com/Budy Santoso

The most intriguing thing is that Oya mentioned that the testimony provided by Fitri Salhuteru relates to events that occurred abroad. However, she refused to disclose its contents.

"The testimony is from outside Indonesia," she revealed.

4. Very Good and Clear

Fitri Salhuteru © KapanLagi.com/Budy Santoso

Although kept confidential, Oya assured that the information provided by Fitri is very good and clear, which is expected to help her client’s position in the trial.

"I cannot disclose what was conveyed. But it is certain that the testimony is good. Quite clear and quite good," Oya emphasized.

5. Only on Social Media

Fitri Salhuteru © KapanLagi.com/Budy Santoso

Interestingly, this is the first meeting between Fitri Salhuteru and Vadel Badjideh. Previously, their communication only occurred through direct messages on social media.

"Yes, yes. They have never met, this was their first meeting. Communication was through DM. Earlier, they also shook hands and supported Vadel. That's it," he said.

6. A New Chapter

Fitri Salhuteru © KapanLagi.com/Budy Santoso

After the witness agenda from his side was completed, Oya stated that next week's trial will enter a new chapter, namely the examination of Vadel as the defendant.

"Next week's agenda is the examination of the defendant. Examination of Vadel. From us, the witness part is finished," he said.

7. Very Optimistic

Fitri Salhuteru © KapanLagi.com/Budy Santoso

With all the witnesses that have been presented, Oya claims to be very optimistic that this case will end well for her client.

"I must be optimistic, I must believe, I must have faith that this will end well. So that it turns out good," she concluded confidently.

8. Q & A About Fitri Salhuteru

Who is Fitri Salhuteru and why is she a witness in the Vadel Badjideh case?
Fitri Salhuteru is a businesswoman known among celebrities; she is a mitigating witness for Vadel Badjideh to reveal the truth she knows and was requested by Vadel's legal team.

What is the case that ensnares Vadel Badjideh that makes Fitri Salhuteru a witness?
Vadel Badjideh is accused of alleged sexual intercourse and sexual violence against Laura Meizani (LM) and forcing LM to have an abortion, which was reported by Nikita Mirzani.

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