KUPANG - The Belu Police, East Nusa Tenggara, stated that the investigation into the sexual immorality case against minors by Indonesian Idol Piche Kota and his friends using asasequality before the law or equality before the law.
"In the investigation process, asasequality before the law or equality before the law is the main principle to be prioritized," said Belu Police Chief AKBP I Gede Eka Putra Astawa as reported by ANTARA, Monday, March 2.
This was conveyed in relation to the development of the case of alleged immorality by Indonesian Idol alumnus Piche Kota and two of his colleagues RS and RM.
He explained that the fundamental principle of the rule of law guarantees that every individual is treated equally without discrimination and subject to the same laws and justice, regardless of social, economic, racial, or official status.
He added that two colleagues from Piche Kota RS and RM had been arrested and immediately detained. However, PK himself after being named a suspect was not immediately detained.
"However, considering the health condition of the suspect who complained of being sick, the investigators immediately conducted a check-up by a doctor from the Belu Police Clinic partner," he said.
Based on the results of the initial examination, the suspect was in poor health and was advised to rest. To ensure the overall medical condition, investigators then took the person concerned to Atambua Hospital for further observation.
Currently, the suspect PK, he said, is still under medical observation and is hospitalized with the assistance of investigators.
The Belu Police Chief emphasized that handling the health of the suspect was part of the legal procedure that must be met without reducing the firmness of law enforcement.
"We still prioritize the principle of professionalism and uphold the rights of suspects, including the right to health services. However, the legal process continues and will not be stopped," he said.
He also emphasized that his party would not tolerate any form of crime against children and ensure that the legal process runs in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
"We show full seriousness to handle this case firmly, professionally, and transparently. Child protection is our top priority. Anyone who is proven guilty will be processed according to applicable law," said the Belu Police Chief.
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