Stepmother Named Suspect in Sukabumi Boy’s Torture and Death

Sukabumi, West Java – Authorities have named the stepmother, identified only by her initials TS, as a suspect in the death of a 12-year-traditional boy, NS, following evidence of prolonged physical and psychological abuse. The autopsy revealed burns and other injuries consistent with repeated violence, confirming initial suspicions of foul play. The incident has sparked outrage and grief in the local community and beyond.

Details of the Abuse

According to police reports, TS confessed to torturing NS under the guise of discipline. The abuse included acts of twisting, scratching and slapping. Police are also investigating a prior report of child abuse against TS from 2024, stating they will revisit the case. Sukabumi Police Chief, AKBP Samian, stated the prior report will be re-examined and followed up on.

Mother’s Plea for Justice

Lisnawati, NS’s biological mother, expressed her anguish and called for justice for her son. She revealed she had been denied contact with NS for four years, only seeing his body at the funeral. “I want justice for my child. I lost communication with my child, it’s difficult to communicate,” Lisnawati stated, according to KompasTV. (Note: A specific YouTube link was not provided in the source material and has been replaced with a placeholder.)

Father’s Seclusion and RW Chairman’s Testimony

Rahman, the head of the local RW (Residents’ Association), testified that NS’s father, Anwar Satibi, and TS had lived a secluded life in the area for two years, deliberately avoiding interaction with neighbors. This isolation may have contributed to the prolonged abuse going undetected for an extended period.

Legal Charges

TS is currently facing charges under Article 80, in conjunction with Article 76C of Indonesian Law Number 35 of 2014 concerning Child Protection. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are gathering further evidence to build a strong case against the suspect.