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Outrage Erupts at Funeral: Justice Demanded for Affan

8/30/2025

Summary

Story summary

Thousands of motorcycle taxi drivers attended Affan Kurniawan's funeral, demanding justice and expressing anger towards police actions.
Jakarta Metro Police Chief Asep Edi Suheri faced protests, with accusations of murder from drivers.
The National Commission on Human Rights deemed Affan's death an "extrajudicial killing," calling for accountability.
Seven Brimob officers are under investigation, igniting national outrage over police conduct.
GoTo Gojek Tokopedia pledged compensation for Affan's family, including funeral expenses.

History

Historical Context

The 1998 Reformasi movement in Indonesia led to the fall of President Suharto amid widespread demands for accountability, particularly regarding police violence, with the National Commission on Human Rights reporting 1,000 extrajudicial killings during his rule. The recent protests following Affan Kurniawan's death echo these historical struggles, as thousands of motorcycle taxi drivers demand justice and reform in policing practices.

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Story summary

Thousands of motorcycle taxi drivers attended Affan Kurniawan's funeral, demanding justice and expressing anger towards police actions.
Jakarta Metro Police Chief Asep Edi Suheri faced protests, with accusations of murder from drivers.
The National Commission on Human Rights deemed Affan's death an "extrajudicial killing," calling for accountability.
Seven Brimob officers are under investigation, igniting national outrage over police conduct.
GoTo Gojek Tokopedia pledged compensation for Affan's family, including funeral expenses.

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