JAKARTA - Piche Kota musician confirmed the allegations as a suspect in the alleged rape of an elementary school student who was sent to him.
Through an official statement, he confirmed that all accusations addressed to him were completely untrue.
Piche began his statement by expressing his appreciation to those who continue to provide moral support in the midst of the difficult situation he is facing.
"Hello, I'm Piche Kota. Thank you to all parties who have always accompanied and supported me," he said, quoted by VOI from his personal Instagram, Monday, February 23.
Regarding the legal case currently being rolled out at the police, Piche ensured that he would remain cooperative. He stated that he would not evade and would follow every stage of the legal procedures applicable in Indonesia.
"Regarding the reports that have been circulating until today, I am still following the existing legal process," he explained.
As citizens, Piche emphasized the importance of respecting the police institution which is working to investigate the case.
"For this reason, I really appreciate all the legal processes that are currently underway at the police, and I as a good citizen will follow every legal process that exists."
The main point of Piche Kota's clarification is a strong rebuttal of the substance of the report or allegations circulating in the community. He said his presence to speak at this time was solely to fight for justice for himself.
"Therefore, I want to explain that what is suspected and accused of me is not true," said Piche.
He repeated a similar statement to confirm his position in this case.
"I am speaking out now for my own justice. And I never did what I was accused of."
Closing his statement, Piche felt that the brief explanation was enough to represent his current position before the legal process provided the final result.
"I think this is enough for me to say. Thank you. God bless," he concluded.
This case was first widely discussed on social media before entering the legal realm. The victim's family then reported the alleged case to the police.
The report triggered an initial investigation by the authorities to collect information from the reporter, the reporter, and related witnesses.
In the midst of the investigation process, there is news that says Piche Kota has been named a suspect. This information quickly spread and became a wide discussion in the public.
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