Child Abuse by Bakery Owner: Victim Report Rejected Twice by Police and Deceived by Lawyer

Kapanlagi.com - The case of abuse involving the child of a bakery owner in East Jakarta has become a hot topic that attracts public attention. Dwi Ayu Darmawati (DA), an employee at Lindayes bakery, experienced horrific violence after refusing the perpetrator's orders. In the incident, DA was pelted with various objects, including chairs and statues, causing serious head injuries.

Despite reporting the incident to two different police stations, DA faced rejection on technical grounds. Not only that, her struggle became even harder when she had to sell her only motorcycle to pay for a lawyer, who unfortunately deceived her and disappeared without a trace. This situation has left DA increasingly despondent in her quest for justice.

However, DA's spirit to claim her rights remains unshaken. Her struggle began to gain wide attention after she appeared in a Hearing Meeting (RDP) with Commission III of the Indonesian House of Representatives, where she detailed all the incidents that befell her. DA's fight for justice has now become an inspiration for many.

Here is the complete information, summarized from various sources by Kapanlagi.com, Wednesday (18/12).

1. Chronology of Abuse: A Rejection That Led to Anger

In October 2024, DA had a terrifying experience when George Sugama Halim (GSH) forced him to perform tasks beyond his responsibilities. When DA refused the order, GSH unleashed his anger by throwing chairs, statues, and other items at DA, resulting in an injury to his head.

In a bloody state, DA tried to report the incident to the Rawamangun Police Station, but unfortunately, his report was rejected due to jurisdictional reasons. Undeterred, he continued his journey to the Cakung Police Station, which also refused to accept his report.

Finally, DA was forced to go to the East Jakarta Police. "At that time, I was hit on the head, and I was already bleeding and holding my head. Then maybe he saw the blood and ran away. I finally managed to get out of the store," said DA, as quoted from Youtube Merdeka.com.

2. 2 Times Rejected by the Police When Making a Report

DA shared his disappointing experience when trying to report to the Rawamangun Police Station and the Cakung Police Station after the incident that befell him.

"After the incident, I immediately went to the Rawamangun Police Station, but they could not handle my case. Then I was referred to Cakung, but there was no solution there either," he revealed during a Hearing Meeting (RDP) with Commission III of the Indonesian House of Representatives at the Senayan Parliament Complex, Jakarta, on Tuesday (17/12).

Finally, after being rejected twice, DA was directed to report to the East Jakarta Metro Police.

3. The Victim Was Visited by a Lawyer, Apparently a Family Representative

After being rejected twice, DA finally mustered the courage to report the incident that befell him to the East Jakarta Police, accompanied by family and friends. To strengthen his report, he underwent a medical examination, which became important evidence.

However, not long after that, DA received an offer of legal assistance from a lawyer who turned out to be a representative from Linda, the owner of the bakery where he worked, although initially DA was unaware of this.

The lawyer claimed to be from LBH and stated he was a representative from the police, which made DA feel at ease.

However, during the meeting at the police station for the investigation report, the truth was revealed that the lawyer actually represented the perpetrator, forcing DA to change lawyers; unfortunately, he ended up trapped in a scam.

4. Selling a Motorcycle for a Lawyer Who Turned Out to Be a Fraud

In an effort to expedite the legal process, DA was forced to sell his beloved motorcycle to hire a new lawyer. However, that hope vanished when the relied-upon lawyer turned out to be a fraud and disappeared as if swallowed by the earth.

This incident further worsened DA's situation, which was already financially and emotionally drained, especially with his case showing no signs of resolution.

"Every time I asked about the case's progress, he always said, 'it's being processed'. But every time there was news, he would come to the house and ask for money. My mom even had to sell the only motorcycle we had to pay him," DA revealed with a tone full of despair.

5. The Viral Case of the Boss’s Child Assault Who Claimed to Be Above the Law

After this incident shook the social media world, public attention skyrocketed, creating a wave of support for the victim and strong condemnation of the slow response from the police. The overwhelming pressure from the community eventually forced law enforcement to expedite the investigation process.

In a Hearing with the DPR, DA revealed how the perpetrator dared to claim he was above the law, a statement that further reinforced the sense of injustice felt by the victim.

This situation highlights how power is often abused to intimidate victims, especially when dealing with individuals who have a strong economic background.

This case serves as a mirror of the importance of the media's role and public voice in demanding justice, especially when victims are hindered by complex bureaucracy.

6. Lessons from This Case

The DA case reflects how vulnerable the legal system and victim protection are in Indonesia, where various obstacles such as report rejections and manipulation by lawyers often haunt the journey to justice.

This serves as an urgent reminder of the need for reform in handling violence cases, as well as the importance of education and empowerment for victims so that they can understand their rights and avoid exploitation in the legal process.

We all must recognize that stronger and more responsive legal protection is essential to prevent similar cases from recurring in the future.

Thus, attention to victims of violence must be a top priority, not only in the legal realm but also in the collective efforts of society to build a safe and fair environment for every individual.

7. Why are reports of abuse often rejected by the police?

Often, the rejection of reports occurs for technical reasons, such as the location of the incident being outside of jurisdiction or a lack of initial evidence. Unfortunately, these complicated procedures make it difficult for victims in their efforts to achieve the justice they should receive.

8. How to protect yourself from lawyer scams?

It is important to ensure that the lawyer you choose has a solid reputation and a transparent background.

9. What can be done if a report is rejected by the police?

Victims now have the opportunity to file a new report at the police station that has jurisdiction over the location of the incident, or they can also seek assistance from legal institutions such as the Legal Aid Institute (LBH) to strengthen their legal actions.

10. What steps is the government taking to protect victims of violence?

The government has taken positive steps by providing services such as the Integrated Center for the Empowerment of Women and Children (P2TP2A) and Legal Aid Institutions (LBH) to support victims of violence.

(kpl/rmt)