Indonesia: Anti-LGBT Raid – Release 75 Detained | Human Rights Watch

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## Recent Police Raid Highlights Ongoing Discrimination Against LGBTQ+ Individuals in Indonesia

A recent police raid in Bogor,Indonesia,resulting in the arrest of 75 individuals at a private gathering,underscores the systemic discrimination faced by lesbian,gay,bisexual,transgender,and intersex (LGBTI) people within the nation. The incident, occurring near the capital city of Jakarta, has drawn condemnation from human rights organizations, who assert the action represents a severe breach of essential rights.

### Details of the Incident and Arrests

On Sunday, June 22nd, authorities raided a villa in the puncak area following reports of “gay activities.” According to police reports, 74 men and one woman were taken into custody [[1]]. Items seized during the raid included sex toys,condoms,and a prop sword used in a performance – evidence presented as justification for the arrests.All those detained were transported to the Bogor Police Headquarters for interrogation, including mandatory health screenings and HIV testing. As of june 25th, the identities of those

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