Toy Trader At Penjaringan Area Night Market Obscene 8 Minors

JAKARTA – The act of obscenity against minors has occurred again in Penjaringan, North Jakarta. A total of eight children became victims of Y, a toy seller at the night market.

Kanit IV for Women and Children Services (PPA) of the Tanjung Priok Port Police, Ipda Arif Widodo, confirmed the report from the victim's family.

"It is true that there are reports of sexual abuse of minors. There are more than one victim," Kanit told reporters on Friday, November 19.

After receiving the victim's report, investigators are still investigating the sexual harassment case.

"The identity of the perpetrator is known, we are still investigating," he said.

According to the victim's mother, who declined to give her name, her 8-year-old daughter was the victim of sexual abuse. Moreover, the act was allegedly committed in the mosque.

"When it's time for prayer, the children are often hugged and kissed," he said.

According to the victim's parents, the perpetrator launched his action by giving away toys for free.

"They were given toys and Rp. 5,000 to Rp. 10,000. They were kissed on the cheek, on the lips and held in their hands," he said.