Fresh details have emerged regarding the brutal stabbing of Farradhila Ayu Pramesti (23), a student at the Faculty of Sharia and Law, UIN Suska Riau. The perpetrator, Reyhan Mufazar (22), reportedly harbored deep, unrequited feelings for the victim, a sentiment that developed during their shared participation in a Community Service Program (KKN) group.
This crucial information was disclosed by Daffa, a fellow KKN group member who knew both the victim and the assailant. Daffa explained that their initial acquaintance was unremarkable, typical of university students forming connections within an academic program. “To my knowledge, they knew each other from the KKN because they were in the same group. That’s where they first met,” Daffa stated on Friday, February 27, 2026.
According to Daffa, Farradhila was widely known among her peers, especially within the Law department, for her friendly and outgoing personality. Her inherent kindness and caring demeanor—often expressed by inviting friends to meals or reminding them to eat—were, however, gravely misinterpreted by Reyhan. Daffa speculated, “When they were eating or gathering, the victim often invited friends or reminded them to eat. Perhaps because they were in the same major, he felt they were in the same circle.”
This perceived attentiveness, unfortunately, ignited a one-sided romantic interest in Reyhan. Daffa characterized the perpetrator as an introvert who had not previously formed close relationships with women. This personal trait, Daffa believes, caused Reyhan to become emotionally invested, or “baper,” after experiencing Farradhila’s platonic kindness. “Perhaps because the perpetrator was the introvert type and had never been close to a woman before, when he was treated well like that, he became emotionally attached,” Daffa explained.
Despite Reyhan’s growing attachment, Farradhila had repeatedly and clearly communicated that their relationship was strictly platonic. She even informed him that she was already in a committed relationship. “The victim had told him she had a boyfriend. She said, ‘we’re just friends,’ but the perpetrator seemed unwilling to accept it,” Daffa recounted. Feeling increasingly uncomfortable with his persistence, Farradhila attempted to distance herself, limiting communication and eventually blocking Reyhan.
However, these efforts to create boundaries proved ineffective in deterring Reyhan. His unwanted advances continued, escalating to the point where he even appeared at Farradhila’s home unannounced. “Suddenly, the perpetrator came to Fara’s house, even though the victim herself didn’t know he was coming,” Daffa revealed, highlighting the invasive nature of his pursuit.
As they entered their eighth semester, the relationship between them grew even more strained. Farradhila consistently tried to avoid Reyhan, while he relentlessly sought her out. “The victim always said she had a boyfriend and asked him to leave her alone,” Daffa added. This persistent behavior clearly demonstrated a disturbing, one-sided obsession that Farradhila did not reciprocate or desire.
The continuous rejections are believed to have fueled Reyhan’s desperate act of violence. It was revealed that Reyhan had premeditated the attack, arming himself with an axe and a machete beforehand. The horrific incident occurred on Thursday morning, February 26, 2026, as Farradhila was on her way to attend a proposal seminar examination. Reyhan reportedly swung the axe three times, inflicting severe injuries to her hands and head. Campus security swiftly intervened, providing immediate assistance, and Farradhila was rushed to the hospital for urgent medical treatment.
Summary
Farradhila Ayu Pramesti (23), a