Examined As Suspect In Luhut Defamation Case, Fatia KontraS Calls Criminalization Of Public Officials

KontraS Coordinator Fatia Maulidiyanti (Rizky AP/VOi)

JAKARTA - Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS) Coordinator, Fatia Maulidiyanti, fulfills a summons for an examination at the Metro Jaya Police. He will provide information as a suspect in the alleged defamation case against Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan.

Fatia who arrived with her attorney stated undergoing the examination. He said the determination of the suspect was evidence of the criminalization of public officials.

"This is a form of criminalization of public officials", Fatia told reporters, Monday, March 21.

In fact, the criminalization that happened to him has actually often been to all parties who voiced criticism. So, it's all considered normal.

"What actually happened not only once but also happened to several victims, human rights defenders who actively voiced their criticisms, input to the state", said Fatia.

Because of that, Fatia was resigned to the ongoing legal process. In fact, if later the investigator decides to make an arrest, this woman is ready to live it

"If you are detained, it means that there is evidence of repression, but I accept it", said Fatia.

Haris Azhar and Fatia Maulidiyanti have been named suspects for alleged defamation of the Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan. In this case, Luhut reported Haris Azhar and Fatia Maulid.