Central Java Police Reveal Child Endured Violence from Primary to Senior High School in Kudus
The Directorate of Women and Children Protection and Trafficking in Persons Eradication (Ditres PPA and PPO) of the Central Java Regional Police has revealed a case of alleged chronic physical and psychological violence against a child with the initials EM in Kudus Regency. The victim is believed to have suffered deep trauma after being targeted for seven years, from primary school through to the current first year of senior high school.
The Director of PPA and PPO at Central Java Police, Senior Commissioner Nunuk Setiyowati, explained that the case came to light after the victim’s mother filed an official report on 24 May 2026. The investigation suggests the abuse took place between 2019 and 2026. Police have now detained a suspect with the initials MI in connection with the case.
“Victim EM is alleged to have experienced physical and psychological violence since primary school until now, in the first year of senior high school. This case is of serious concern to us because of the long duration of the violence,” said Senior Commissioner Nunuk during a press conference at the Borobudur Building of the Central Java Police Headquarters on Tuesday.
In addition to the Kudus case, the Central Java Police’s PPA and PPO Directorate also announced the uncovering of a sexual violence case at a hotel in Semarang Regency. A suspect with the initials JS, aged 29, was arrested for alleged molestation using the guise of a psychologist to deceive the victim.
During JS’s arrest, police seized several pieces of evidence including a mobile phone, the victim’s clothing, and screenshots of conversations between the perpetrator and the victim. Suspect JS is charged under Article 6 letter b of Law Number 12 of 2022 concerning Sexual Violence Crimes, which carries a maximum prison sentence of 12 years.
The Central Java Police urged the public to be more courageous in reporting acts of violence against women and children. The police have provided a dedicated complaint service via the hotline 0812-1107-2722, with guaranteed confidentiality for the reporter’s identity.
“We invite the entire community to work together to protect women, children, and vulnerable groups. Do not hesitate to report if you are aware of any acts of violence in your surroundings,” stressed Senior Commissioner Nunuk.