Teknowarta – JAKARTA — A coalition of civil society organizations recently converged on the Majapahit gate, the entrance to the State Secretariat Building, on Friday, April 17, 2026. Their urgent demonstration was a direct response to the ongoing and deeply troubling case involving Andrie Yunus.
The protest began with a determined presence, as participants started gathering around 10:03 AM Western Indonesia Time (WIB). Without delay, they unfurled large banners, prominently displaying their messages directly in front of the access point to the government building. The demonstration, however, faced initial resistance from security officers, who attempted to obstruct the gathering given its location on an active vehicle entry and exit route.
These calls gained further urgency given the military prosecutor’s earlier statement, which had cited personal revenge as the temporary motive behind the acid attack on Andrie Yunus. This context underscored the civil society groups’ demand for a more thorough and impartial investigation.
Central to their demands, articulated by KontraS Coordinator Dimas Bagus Arya, was the immediate establishment of an Independent Joint Fact-Finding Team (TGPF). Dimas emphasized the critical need for such a body, stating, “We also ask state authorities to form a joint fact-finding team, because in this case there are many political obstacles as well as formal legal obstacles.” The government’s acknowledgment of this proposal, with reports indicating they are reviewing the TGPF proposal for the Andrie Yunus case, offered a glimmer of hope amidst the protest.
Beyond their vocal demands for justice, the protestors also undertook a poignant act: the submission of a personal letter written directly by Andrie Yunus to the Ministry of State Secretariat. Dimas highlighted the significance of this gesture, confirming, “So, today’s event will also include the submission of a letter from Andrie Yunus and also letters from other civil society friends to the Ministry of State Secretariat.” This act symbolized a direct appeal from the victim and his advocates to the highest levels of government.
Subsequently, Fatia Maulidiyanti from the Advocacy Team for Democracy (TAUD) read the powerful words penned by Andrie Yunus himself aloud to the assembled protesters, amplifying his voice and the urgency of his plea. Following the impactful reading, internal security officers (Pamdal) guided the crowd into the building area, where the documents, including Andrie Yunus’s letter, were formally handed over to the State Secretariat.
Here is the content of the letter written by Andrie Yunus:
Jakarta, April 17, 2026
To His Excellency
Mr. Prabowo Subianto
President of the Republic of Indonesia
More than 30 days have passed, what is the progress of my case?
Sunday, April 12, 2026, marked 30 days since the attempted premeditated murder against me through an acid attack terror. I write this letter because I believe there has been no serious progress in resolving this case to date.
My colleagues at KontraS and TAUD, acting as my legal representatives, have made various efforts to fight for justice to the utmost, ranging from conducting independent investigations, attending a Public Hearing (RDPU) with Commission III of the House of Representatives (DPR RI), to filing a Type B report with the Criminal Investigation Agency of the National Police Headquarters (Bareskrim Mabes Polri).
TAUD’s investigation identified at least 16 field perpetrators, further strengthening my rejection of resolution through military courts. In various cases sacrificing civilians, such as forced disappearances, murders, torture, and domestic violence by TNI soldiers, resolution through military courts has never found justice, accountability, and comprehensive institutional responsibility up to the top command. This will only prolong the record of impunity.
Various parties, including Commission III of the DPR-RI in the RDPU, emphasized the importance of resolving this case by prioritizing my interests and perspective as a victim. For this reason, it is important to form an Independent Joint Fact-Finding Team (TGPF) to bring this case to the general court to transparently and accountably uncover all parties involved, including the intellectual actors. Although the military court process will proceed, that process is never legitimate because, from the outset, there has never been transparency of information to the public regarding the results of investigations and inquiries at Puspom TNI.
In connection with this, I hope the state does not take steps that would obscure the law enforcement process. As a victim of violence by military personnel, I ask Mr. President of the Republic of Indonesia to immediately form a TGPF and ensure that this case should be resolved in the general court. I ask you to ensure that the process of handling this case runs accountably and adheres to the principles of due process of law, by placing the general court as a legitimate, credible, and conflict-of-interest-free forum.
This case is not solely about me but about the state’s commitment to protecting its citizens and upholding justice fairly.
Regards,
(Signature)
ANDRIE YUNUS