The case files of four Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) soldiers have been transferred to the Jakarta Military Court II-08 in connection with the acid attack against activist Andrie Yunus. The Jakarta Military Court received the files on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at approximately 09:45 AM, according to Navy Major Arin Fauzan, the court’s spokesperson.
Investigation and Potential Charges
The Military Prosecutor 07-II Jakarta is preparing to charge the four suspects under multiple articles of the Criminal Code (KUHP). These include Article 469 paragraph (1) Jo Article 20 letter c, Article 468 paragraph (1) Jo Article 20 letter c, and Article 467 paragraph (1) Jo paragraph (2) Jo Article 20 letter c. These articles pertain to acts of assault resulting in severe injury and premeditated assault, carrying potential prison sentences of 4-8 years.
The suspects – NDP, SL, BHW, and ES – are members of the air and navy forces. NDP holds the rank of captain, while SL and BHW are first lieutenants, and ES is a sergeant.
Discrepancies in Suspect Count
The number of suspects identified by the military prosecutor is lower than the number suggested by Andrie Yunus’s legal team, the Advocacy Team for Democracy (TAUD). TAUD suspects that as many as 16 field operatives may have been involved in the attack, based on their analysis of recordings from 37 surveillance cameras near the crime scene.
The Head of the TNI Information Center has not yet responded to requests for confirmation regarding the potential involvement of additional perpetrators.
If deemed complete, the Jakarta Military Court plans to hold the first trial on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Andrie Yunus?
Andrie Yunus was the victim of an acid attack on March 12, suffering burns of more than 20 percent and requiring multiple eye surgeries.
Who are the suspects in the attack?
The suspects are NDP, SL, BHW, and ES, all members of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI).
When is the first trial scheduled?
The first trial is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, 2026, pending a review of the case files.
As the case moves to the military court, will the full extent of those involved in the attack on Andrie Yunus be revealed?
