A 19-year-old police officer, Bripda DP, assigned to the Sabhara Directorate (Ditsamapta) of the South Sulawesi Regional Police, tragically passed away on Sunday afternoon, February 22. Initial suspicions suggest that the young non-commissioned officer may have been subjected to a fatal assault by his seniors within the barracks.
This unfortunate incident was confirmed by Kombes Zulham Effendy, the Head of Propam (Internal Affairs) at the South Sulawesi Regional Police, when contacted for verification. He stated that Bripda DP’s body is currently at Daya Makassar Hospital. “Yes, it is true, a young non-commissioned officer has died,” Zulham told Kumparan, acknowledging the gravity of the situation.
While the exact cause of Bripda DP’s death remains undetermined, the prevailing suspicion is that the officer, who had only served one year with the South Sulawesi Regional Police, died as a result of an alleged assault by senior personnel in the barracks. “Regarding the cause of death, we do not know for sure yet, as intensive examinations must be conducted,” Zulham explained. He further noted the process is awaiting parental consent for an autopsy to proceed.
Simultaneously, the investigation into the serious allegations of senior assault is actively underway. “And concerning the alleged senior assault, we are still deeply investigating all aspects of it,” Zulham affirmed, highlighting the police force’s commitment to uncovering the truth behind these claims.
To piece together the events leading to Bripda DP’s untimely demise, several individuals are currently being questioned as witnesses. These individuals are strongly believed to possess crucial information about the incident. “We have already interviewed several people, including his peers from the same batch and also some of his seniors,” Zulham elaborated, indicating the breadth of the ongoing inquiry.
Effendy concluded by pledging that the South Sulawesi Regional Police would conduct a thorough, professional, and transparent investigation into this sensitive case, ensuring accountability and justice.
Summary
A 19-year-old police officer, Bripda DP, assigned to the Sabhara Directorate of the South Sulawesi Regional Police, tragically passed away on Sunday afternoon, February 22, within the barracks. The incident was confirmed by Kombes Zulham Effendy, Head of Propam, who stated the body is at Daya Makassar Hospital. Initial suspicions suggest the young officer may have died from a fatal assault by his seniors. The exact cause of death remains undetermined, pending an autopsy and parental consent.
The South Sulawesi Regional Police has launched an active and thorough investigation into the serious allegations of senior assault. Several individuals, including peers and seniors, are currently being questioned as witnesses to piece together the events. Kombes Effendy pledged that the police would conduct a professional and transparent inquiry to ensure accountability and justice in this sensitive case.