YouTubers Resbob and Bigmo Named Suspects in Azizah Salsha Defamation Case
Jakarta – Indonesian YouTubers Muhammad Jannah, known as Bigmo, and Adimas Firdaus, known as Resbob, have been officially named as suspects in a defamation case brought forth by Nurul Azizah Rosiade, also known as Azizah Salsha, the daughter of politician Andre Rosiade.
Investigation and Suspect Designation
The Directorate of Cyber Crime (Dittipidsiber) of the Indonesian National Police’s Criminal Investigation Unit (Bareskrim) designated the two YouTubers as suspects this week, according to Kombes Pol. Rizki Agung Prakoso, Head of Sub-Directorate I of Dittipidsiber Bareskrim Polri. Antara News reported the development on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
Investigators will schedule questioning sessions for both Bigmo and Resbob following their designation as suspects. The timing of these examinations has not yet been disclosed.
Background of the Case
Azizah Salsha initially filed a report against Resbob and Bigmo on August 12, 2025, alleging defamation related to content shared on their TikTok and YouTube accounts. Suara.com detailed that the report, registered under number LP/B/387/VIII/2025/SPKT/BARESKRIM POLRI, accused the pair of spreading false information about her personal life.
Specifically, the complaint centered on allegations made by Resbob and Bigmo concerning Azizah Salsha’s alleged infidelity. Her legal counsel, Anandya Dipo Pratama, stated the aim of the legal action was to deter the spread of unsubstantiated claims on social media. DetikNews provided further details on the case’s progression.
Previous Attempts at Resolution
A mediation attempt between Azizah Salsha and Resbob and Bigmo took place on September 19, 2025. However, Azizah Salsha ultimately decided to proceed with legal action, rejecting a potential settlement. Antara News reported that the case moved to the investigation stage on October 28, 2025.
Legal Charges
Resbob and Bigmo are facing charges under Article 45(4) and (6) in conjunction with Article 27A of Law Number 1 of 2024, which amends Law Number 11 of 2008 concerning Information and Electronic Transactions (ITE), as well as Articles 310 and 311 of the Indonesian Criminal Code (KUHP). Antara News outlined the legal framework for the charges.
Note: Resbob is currently facing separate legal proceedings related to alleged hate speech against the Sundanese ethnic group.