Jakarta – President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, emphasized that the deaths of four civilians in Makassar were the result of rioters’ actions, not part of legitimate expression of aspirations.
The President delivered the statement after visiting several victims of the protest that ended in chaos at the Police Hospital (RS Polri), Kramat Jati, East Jakarta, Monday (September 1).
“And remember, in South Sulawesi four innocent people, who had nothing to do with politics, became victims, the DPR building was set on fire—these are acts of treason, this is not the conveyance of aspirations,” he said.
Prabowo stated that he had ordered law enforcement authorities to immediately investigate the perpetrators and ensure all those responsible are brought to justice. He also reaffirmed his commitment to protecting the people and confronting criminal networks without hesitation.
“So, all state apparatus will investigate who is responsible. I suspect we already have some indications, and we will not hesitate. I will not hesitate to defend the people. I will confront these mafias, no matter how strong they are, in the name of the people,” he asserted.
The President further reiterated his determination to eradicate corruption that harms the nation.
“I am determined to fight corruption. No matter how powerful they are, by God, I will not retreat even a single step. I believe the people are with me,” he declared.
The four civilians who died as a result of the rioters’ actions in Makassar were identified as follows:
- Saiful Akbar – Head of Social Affairs, Ujung Tanah District, died at Grestelina Hospital
- Sarina Wati – DPRD staff, died at the scene before being taken to Bhayangkara Hospital
- Muhammad Akbar Basri (Abay) – DPRD Public Relations staff, resident of Balang Baru 2, died at the scene before being taken to Bhayangkara Hospital
- Rusdamiansyah – Resident of Jalan Urip Sumoharjo Lorong 501, died at CPI Ministry of Health Hospital after being referred from Ibnu Sina Hospital
