Kasus Perdagangan Bayi Berkedok Adopsi - FAKTA+62

Summary

A disturbing case of baby trafficking camouflaged as a social foundation surfaced in Kabupaten Bogor. The perpetrator, Suhendar, created a fake charity called 'Ayah Sejuta Anak' offering free childbirth services to unmarried or impoverished women. He promised to care for and adopt the babies, but instead, he sold them for 15 million IDR each. The practice was uncovered after a tip-off from the social services, revealing at least 55 babies were trafficked through this scheme. Suhendar was arrested, and further investigations are underway to uncover possible connections to broader networks.

Takeaways

• 😀 A social welfare foundation, named 'Ayah Sejuta Anak,' was used as a cover for a baby trafficking operation in Bogor.
• 😀 The operation involved gathering unmarried pregnant women or those in difficult financial situations to offer free childbirth services, including both normal and cesarean deliveries.
• 😀 At least 55 babies were housed in this foundation's location, with 4 babies found by authorities when the operation was raided.
• 😀 The authorities found 10 women, 5 of whom were pregnant and 5 who had just given birth.
• 😀 The women were victims who came to the foundation seeking help with childbirth, unaware of the trafficking operations.
• 😀 The trafficking operation involved selling babies for 15 million Rupiah each, with adopters being charged for the baby transfer.
• 😀 The perpetrator, a 32-year-old man named Suhendar, initially posed as a social worker but was running an illegal baby trafficking operation.
• 😀 The 'Ayah Sejuta Anak' foundation was actually a front for illegal adoption and child selling, using social media to attract victims.
• 😀 Suhendar's operation started in early 2022, and he offered free birthing services, promising to care for the babies after birth.
• 😀 Authorities are investigating whether Suhendar worked with other networks involved in the trafficking operation, and further investigations are ongoing.

Q & A

What was the primary activity being carried out under the guise of the 'Ayah Sejuta Anak' foundation?

The 'Ayah Sejuta Anak' foundation was involved in human trafficking, specifically the illegal trade of babies. The foundation falsely portrayed itself as a social organization helping pregnant women by providing free childbirth services, only to sell the babies once they were born.

What led to the discovery of the baby trafficking operation?

The operation was uncovered following suspicions raised by local authorities, including social services and police. They investigated the premises in Ciseeng, Bogor, where they found evidence of the trafficking, including four babies and ten women, some of whom were pregnant or had just given birth.

How did the perpetrator, Suhendar, recruit women for his trafficking operation?

Suhendar used social media to recruit pregnant women, particularly those who were unmarried or in difficult circumstances. He promised them free childbirth services, both normal and cesarean, and offered care for the babies afterward. However, the babies were later sold under the guise of adoption.

What was the price for each baby that was sold under the operation?

Each baby was sold for 15 million Indonesian Rupiah, with the payment being demanded from individuals who adopted the babies through the scheme.

What justification did Suhendar give for his actions during the investigation?

Suhendar attempted to justify his actions by claiming that the babies were not sold, but rather adopted at the request of their mothers. He insisted that the exchange of money was for adoption purposes, despite evidence to the contrary.

How many women and babies were found during the police raid of the 'Ayah Sejuta Anak' foundation?

During the raid, authorities discovered four babies and ten women. Five of the women were pregnant, and five had recently given birth.

What happened to the victims once they were found by the authorities?

The victims, including the pregnant women and mothers who had recently given birth, were taken into protective custody and moved to a rehabilitation center for victims of human trafficking and violence.

What was the false public perception of Suhendar before the operation was exposed?

Before the operation was exposed, Suhendar was seen as a benevolent figure, with his profile even being highlighted as an inspirational person due to his supposed work with 'Ayah Sejuta Anak,' which was actually a front for his trafficking activities.

How long had the trafficking operation been running before it was uncovered?

The trafficking operation had been running since early 2022, with Suhendar using the 'Ayah Sejuta Anak' foundation to carry out his illegal activities.

What legal action was taken against Suhendar after his arrest?

Suhendar was arrested and charged with child trafficking. The authorities continued to investigate potential connections to other networks involved in the trafficking and selling of babies.