LPSK Receives Application For Protection Of 86 Victims Of SMAN 72 Jakarta Explosion

JAKARTA - The Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK) received a request for protection for 86 students who were victims of the explosion at SMAN 72 Jakarta. This application was submitted by the Polda Metro Jaya after the incident that occurred on November 17, 2025.

Applications for protection are submitted regarding criminal acts that are suspected of against the perpetrators, ranging from articles regarding actions that endanger the lives of others to the use of explosives as regulated in the Criminal Code and Emergency Law Number 12 of 1951.

Deputy Chairperson of LPSK Susilaningtias emphasized that the recovery of child victims is a priority for institutions. He assessed that handling is not only related to physical conditions, but also a sense of security and mental health.

"The most important thing is to ensure that children do not bear this trauma alone. The state must be present to provide comprehensive protection," said Susilaningtias in his statement, Thursday, November 27.

Susi stated that the explosion at SMAN 72 was categorized as a criminal act that threatened the safety of life. On that basis, the victim has the right to apply for protection according to the provisions of the Witness and Victim Protection Act.

"This means that although this case is not included in special criminal groups such as terrorism, the threat to the lives of victims is a strong legal basis for victims to get LPSK protection," he said.

Because the majority of victims are children, the provisions in the Child Protection Law are also enforced. Including the right of the victim's child to get restitution or compensation paid by the perpetrator for the losses suffered.

Susi emphasized that all victims in this case can be processed for restitution. Calculation of the value of losses is carried out according to the mandate of government regulations regarding the mechanism for compensation for victims of criminal acts. In the case with child perpetrators, it is possible to pay restitution through a third party.

"Restitution is the right of the child as a victim. The value will be calculated based on real losses experienced, including medical, psychological, and suffering costs experienced by the victim. In the case of child perpetrators, restitution can be paid by third parties in accordance with legal provisions," explained Susi.

Furthermore, LPSK also highlighted the importance of listening directly to children's statements. According to Susilaningtias, recovery cannot be done if their voices are not involved in the process.

These children are already teenagers and have views and needs that must be respected. Therefore, we will speak directly with them, in addition to information from parents or companions," he said.

Regarding the status of the child suspected of being the perpetrator, Susi emphasized that LPSK has not been given the mandate to provide protection to the person concerned. Protection can only be given to witnesses, victims, experts, reporters, or witnesses of the perpetrator.

However, LPSK opens the possibility if in the progress of the investigation it is found indications that the child is also a victim.

"If there are indications that children are subject to exploitation, manipulation, pressure, or other forms of victimization, their status can be included in the category of victims, and LPSK can provide protection in this capacity," he said.