PASCA - KASUS KELUARGA KALIDERES

Summary

In this episode of Manda, Cirebon Talks, hosts Barzah Ali and Safira Dwi discuss the mysterious Kalideres case, where a family of four was found dead under puzzling circumstances. The case began in May 2022 but gained attention when a strong stench led neighbors to discover the bodies in November. Autopsies revealed no signs of violence, and evidence suggested prolonged starvation. Peculiar details, such as camphor, powder, candles, and removed light bulbs, fueled public speculation. Despite conspiracy theories, the Indonesian National Police concluded that the deaths were natural, caused by self-neglect, and closed the investigation, leaving the story both tragic and enigmatic.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Kalideres case was discovered after a local resident reported a strong smell coming from the family's house on November 10, 2022.
• 😀 The first discovery of the case came when the RT Head broke into the house and found a body inside, though the situation had been ongoing for months.
• 😀 The family involved had a complex history, including the mother’s sudden death and the child denying it, insisting she was still alive.
• 😀 The three pawnshop employees who visited the house in May 2022 were told by the child that the mother was sleeping, but the child was unwilling to accept her death.
• 😀 The autopsy results revealed that the four victims—father, mother, uncle, and child—had no signs of external abuse, suggesting natural causes.
• 😀 The bodies of the family members showed signs of dehydration and starvation, indicating they had been without food for an extended period.
• 😀 The missing car from the scene was a major puzzle for the police, adding to the mystery of the case.
• 😀 A catering receipt found weeks after the bodies were discovered indicated the family had ordered food, yet their bodies showed no sign of eating it.
• 😀 Police confirmed that the victims died in different rooms and at different times, further complicating the case.
• 😀 Despite various speculations, including theories about a deviant sect or a ritualistic suicide, the police concluded the deaths were natural and there were no signs of foul play.

Q & A

When was the Kalideres case first discovered?

The Kalideres case was first discovered on November 10, 2022, when a resident reported a foul smell coming from the family’s house.

What did the resident notice that led to the discovery of the bodies?

The resident noticed a very unpleasant smell of rotten flesh coming from the house, which led them to report it to the local RT Head for a check.

What was the initial reaction when the RT Head entered the house?

When the RT Head entered the house, they peeked through the window and saw a body lying inside, confirming that something was terribly wrong.

What was unusual about the mother’s condition when the pawnshop officers visited?

The pawnshop officers found the mother apparently 'sleeping' in a dark room, but when they tried to meet her, they realized she had died, though her child denied it and claimed the mother was still alive.

How did the family try to avoid authorities when the pawnshop officers noticed the mother's death?

The family, particularly the uncle, asked the pawnshop officers not to report the situation to the authorities, fearing that they would face dire consequences if they did.

What were the findings from the autopsy of the family members?

The autopsy revealed that the four bodies showed no signs of abuse or wounds, and their stomachs were empty, suggesting they had not eaten for a long time, causing dehydration and muscle shrinkage.

What was discovered in the house that raised more questions about the family’s death?

In addition to the empty stomachs and dehydration, a catering receipt was found, showing that food had been ordered online, suggesting they had eaten recently, though they died in an unusual manner.

What was peculiar about the circumstances of the deaths?

The deaths occurred in different parts of the house, but all on the same day, with each body found in a different position and location, which raised further confusion about the exact cause of death.

What speculations arose among the public regarding the family’s deaths?

Various theories emerged, including a connection to a deviant religious sect, a practice of voluntary starvation for a peaceful death, or even a ritualistic suicide influenced by practices from India.

What did the police ultimately conclude about the deaths?

The police concluded that the deaths were natural, caused by self-imposed starvation, with no signs of foul play or external interference, despite the various speculations surrounding the case.