TNI Investigates Acid Attack on KontraS Coordinator, Withholds Suspect Details

Jakarta – The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) is facing calls for transparency as it investigates the acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS). While the TNI has confirmed the detention of four personnel from the Strategic Intelligence Agency (BAIS), it is withholding the release of their identities pending the completion of the investigation.

“I need to convey that currently the investigation process against the four personnel suspected of abusing Brother AY is ongoing,” stated Major General Aulia Dwi Nasrullah, Head of the TNI National Police Headquarters, on Monday, March 23, 2026 .

Calls for Transparency

The Advocacy Team for Democracy has urged the TNI Military Police Headquarters (Puspom TNI) to be more open about the case, specifically requesting the release of photos of the four suspects. The team expressed doubt regarding the investigation’s impartiality due to the lack of transparency.

“We urge the TNI Puspom to be transparent and accountable by releasing photos or showing the perpetrators directly so that the truth can be verified by the public independently,” the Advocacy Team stated.

Suspects Identified by Initials

The TNI has revealed the initials of the four suspects: Captain NDP, First Lieutenant SL, First Lieutenant BHW and Second Sergeant ES. They are members of the Denma BAIS TNI unit, representing both the Navy (AL) and Air Force (AU).

Investigation Ongoing

Major General Aulia Dwi Nasrullah requested the public’s patience, stating, “Please wait until the entire investigation process by investigators from the TNI Puspom has been completed.” The TNI has assured the public that the investigation is being conducted transparently and in accordance with legal procedures.

The suspects have been detained at Pomdam Jaya since Wednesday, March 18, 2026.