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Ombudsman urges transparent probe of fatal Semarang shooting
The Central Java Ombudsman urges the police to launch a comprehensive investigation into the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old student in Semarang by a police officer and to open the information to the public to prevent speculation.
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A student walkson Nov. 26, 2024, past flower boards conveying condolences for GRO, a 17-year-old student who died after reportedly being shot by a police officer, at SMKN 4 Semarang state vocational high school in Central Java. The student was reportedly shot when the police officer attempted to disperse an alleged brawl in West Semarang, but the claim has been questioned by members of the public. (Antara/Makna Zaezar)
A local office of the Indonesian Ombudsman pushed authorities to be transparent in the investigation of the shooting of a 17-year-old student allegedly by a police officer in Semarang, Central Java.
The Semarang city administration and Semarang Police should provide timely and accurate information about the investigation to prevent speculation that could alarm residents, said Siti Farida, chair of the Central Java Ombudsman.
“We urge that the investigation be conducted transparently, accountably and professionally, while providing legal and psychological support for the victims and their families,” she said on Wednesday, as quoted by kompas.com.
She added that the Ombudsman had commitments to coordinate relevant parties to ensure measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Central Java Ombudsman also launched a public channel to receive complaints on inadequate public service surrounding the incidents.
“Collaboration between the government, law enforcement and the community is essential to keeping Semarang safe and to serving the public well,” Siti said.
