Woman Alleges Forced False Rape Report by Ex-husband; Fears Reopening of Closed Case
JAKARTA — Arimbi is speaking out, alleging she was forced by her ex-husband, Yudi, to file a false rape report in 2017, a case that has since been closed. She claims Yudi threatened and even assaulted her, making her fear the reopening of the case. Arimbi, in a video statement, said she was intimidated by Yudi into fabricating the report, which implicated a man identified only by the initial ‘D’. "When Y was not watching, I managed to tell the police that the report was fake," she revealed.
Arimbi also disclosed being held captive for three days by Yudi, during which she was coerced into claiming she was raped by ‘D’. She was fortunate to be rescued by the police. Arimbi believes Yudi’s actions stemmed from jealousy, as ‘D’ was a former partner. "He thought I was lying about being raped because I changed my statement," she explained, noting she initially gave a false statement out of fear for her life.
Yudi’s recent appearance at the Regional House of Representatives (DPR), Komisi III, has reignited the long-closed case. Arimbi’s lawyer, Muhammad Arnaz, plans to file a request with Komisi III for his client to give her account of events. Arnaz hopes the commission will provide a platform for Arimbi to clear her name and refute Yudi’s claims.
The couple divorced in 2018, ending all communication, including with their child, aged 12 at the time, who was also allegedly involved in the case.
