Chronology of the Agus Buntung Case, Suspect of Sexual Harassment with Increasing Victims

Kapanlagi.com - The sexual harassment case involving Agus, a disabled person from Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, is increasingly revealing an unexpected dark side. Since this case emerged in October 2024, the number of victims who dare to report has continued to rise, now reaching 13 people, including three of whom are minors.

The Chairman of the Regional Disability Commission (KDD) NTB, Joko Jumadi, stated that although many victims have reported the incidents they experienced, the investigation process is still ongoing. Several victims have been questioned by the police, and an official report has also been submitted to the Child Protection Agency (LPA) for further handling.

This case has drawn increasing public attention because Agus, who is disabled and has no arms, initially claimed that he was a victim of slander from the survivors. However, a thorough investigation revealed shocking facts that Agus not only committed harassment once but has repeatedly engaged in sexual violence, even in public places such as homestays in Mataram. This new finding further tarnishes Agus's image as a suspect, adding complexity to this already shocking case.

1. Chronology of the Case

The sexual harassment case involving Agus Buntung came to light on October 7, 2024, after a female student bravely reported herself as a victim.

The investigation conducted by the General Criminal Investigation Directorate of the NTB Police led to Agus being named a suspect. Although Agus, a disabled man without both hands, claimed he was framed, the reality told a different story.

As time went on, more victims spoke up, revealing their bitter experiences similar to the first case.

From what was initially considered trivial, this case has now evolved into a major issue that has shaken public attention.

2. New Facts

Agus, the owner of a homestay in Mataram, apparently had suspicious habits: he often brought different guests each time they stayed.

Several victims who exited his room appeared panicked, crying, and hurriedly running away, adding to the evidence that Agus had been following a well-planned pattern of sexual violence.

This incident shook the tranquility of the place, revealing the dark side that overshadowed the homestay business that was supposed to be a resting place.

3. The Psychological Influence of Agus on the Victims

The psychologist handling this case revealed that Agus employed clever emotional manipulation tricks to approach his victims.

With his manipulative intelligence, he successfully ensnared young women in such a subtle way that it seemed there was no malicious intent behind his smile.

This emphasizes that Agus's actions were not merely coincidental, but rather a wicked plan that had been meticulously crafted to satisfy his dark desires.

4. What Causes the Increase in Victims in Agus's Case?

As the investigation deepens, the number of victims continues to rise, and the courage of the victims to report begins to flow after the confession of the first victim.

Agus's repeated actions in various public places, such as homestays, further exacerbated the situation and confirmed that such reprehensible behavior was not merely coincidental, but rather a concerning pattern.

5. Why could Agus manipulate his victims?

Agus, a person with disabilities, turns out to have an extraordinary talent for stunning emotional manipulation.

He cleverly exploits his condition to build an emotional closeness with his victims, trapping them in an unbalanced relationship.

According to psychologists, Agus masters various psychological tricks that make victims feel comfortable and safe, before ultimately launching his harmful actions.

6. What steps have been taken to address this case?

Currently, the police have examined five victims in this case, while the handling of three children who became victims has been handed over to the Child Protection Agency.

Not stopping there, the police are also actively developing the case to identify more victims who may not have dared to report, for their justice and protection.

(kpl/rmt)