Indonesian Navy Reveals Autopsy Results for Ghofirul Kasyfi: No Bruising from Blunt Force Trauma
The autopsy results for Second Class Seaman Ghofirul Kasyfi (22), who was found dead in one of the cabins of the Republic of Indonesia Ship (KRI) dr. Radjiman Widyodiningrat-992, indicate no signs of blunt force trauma on the victim’s body.
This is based on the visum et repertum from the Central Naval Hospital (RSPAL) dr. Mintohardjo, Jakarta, dated 26 April 2026.
“No bruising due to blunt force trauma was found on the deceased’s body,” stated the Head of Information Service (Kadispen) of the First Fleet Command, Colonel (N) Ary Mahayasa, in his statement on Monday (4/5/2026).
The autopsy results, attended by the victim’s family, also showed no bleeding in the victim’s groin area.
Medically, the pattern and characteristics of the injuries are identical to hanging cases.
“Thus, the medical examination concludes that the cause of death of the deceased was purely due to hanging, not due to acts of violence,” said Ary.
The bruises observed before the burial were livor mortis, which is a definitive sign of death due to the cessation of blood circulation, causing red blood cells to settle in the lowest parts of the body due to gravity.
Meanwhile, the Indonesian Navy’s visit to the deceased’s home was because he had been absent several times during personnel checks on the ship.
“Therefore, the KRI requested assistance from the Batuporon Naval Base to visit the residence and inquire about the deceased’s whereabouts,” he explained.
Regarding legal steps, Ary revealed that on 30 April 2026, the family, represented by the deceased’s biological mother, stated their refusal of an autopsy, which has been documented officially.
The victim has now been secured militarily on 27 April 2026 at the Kemayoran Public Cemetery, Bangkalan, East Java.
The Indonesian Navy also urges the media and the public to refer to official statements to avoid speculation that could hurt the family’s feelings or damage the institution’s reputation.
“The Indonesian Navy, in this case the First Fleet Command, remains committed to transparency and factual truth,” he emphasised.