East Jakarta Metro Police Chief Affirms, Only Forensic Experts Have The Authority To Explain The Condition Of Kenzha Walewangko's Body

East Jakarta Metro Police Chief, Kombes Leo Simarmata/ Photo: Rizky Sulistio/ VOI

The East Jakarta Metro Police are still waiting for the autopsy results from the Kramat Jati Police Hospital as well as the results of an examination from the Forensic Laboratory (Labfor) to determine the exact cause of death of a student at the Indonesian Christian University (UKI), Kenzha Walewangko (22).

East Jakarta Metro Police Chief, Kombes Nicolas Ary Lilipaly, confirmed that only forensic experts were authorized to provide information regarding the condition of the victim's body.

"Regarding speculation about injuries and fractures in the victim's body, investigators are still waiting for the autopsy results. Those who have the right to provide information are autopsy experts or forensic experts," Nicolas told reporters, Tuesday night, April 8.

He emphasized that the investigation process was carried out in a transparent and accountable manner.

"Every step of the investigation will be legally accounted for and carried out to reveal the truth based on data and facts," he continued.

The police also reminded the public not to easily trust speculative information that does not come from official sources.

"The information about the cause of death can only be given by experts who have competence, not based on opinions or speculative statements from irresponsible parties," explained Nicolas.

44 Witnesses Have Been Examined During the investigation process, 44 witnesses have been questioned by the police. However, until now there has been no definite conclusion regarding the cause of Kenzha's death, because investigators are still waiting for the results of the autopsy and forensic analysis.

"These steps are taken so that all the facts and evidence collected are truly objective and able to reveal the truth," said Nicolas.

He also added that the investigation process was carried out using a scientific crime investigation approach.