Kasus Dugaan Pelecehan Seksual Di Universitas Pancasila

Summary

Hundreds of students from Universitas Pancasila staged a protest on Tuesday afternoon in Jakarta, demanding the dismissal of their rector, ETH, over allegations of sexual harassment. The students threw objects at campus security during the demonstration. The university temporarily suspended ETH and appointed a new rector while urging cooperation with the police. Two university staff members, who are alleged victims, underwent psychological assessments. The victims also reported ongoing intimidation and legal action, and their lawyers have sought protection for them. The rector is scheduled to appear before the police on February 29.

Takeaways

• 😀 Hundreds of students from Universitas Pancasila protested and attempted to enter the rectorate building in Lenteng Agung, South Jakarta, demanding action against the rector.
• 😠 The students, angered by allegations of sexual harassment, threw pots and stones at campus security forces during the protest.
• 🔍 The student body president, Windi, explained that the protest aimed to demand the rector (initials ETH) be fired due to accusations of sexual harassment.
• ⚖️ The university foundation temporarily suspended rector ETH after the sexual harassment allegations surfaced, appointing Prof. Dr. Sebai as acting rector.
• 💼 The university foundation requested ETH to cooperate with the police investigation and ensure the rights of the victims, who are campus employees.
• 🕵️‍♂️ Two employees of Universitas Pancasila, who are the alleged victims of sexual harassment, underwent a three-hour forensic psychological examination at a police hospital in East Jakarta.
• 📑 The forensic results from the psychological examination will be used as evidence to support the victims' legal claims.
• 👩‍⚖️ The victims, one of whom is identified as RZ, reported receiving intimidation from the campus administration, including receiving a warning letter.
• ⚠️ RZ’s legal team has applied for witness and victim protection from the Indonesian Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK).
• 📅 Police investigators from Polda Metro Jaya plan to summon rector ETH for questioning on February 29th, as part of their ongoing investigation.
• 🎥 The report was produced by CNN Indonesia’s news team.

Q & A

What was the cause of the student protest at Universitas Pancasila?

The student protest at Universitas Pancasila was sparked by allegations of sexual harassment against the rector, identified as 'Eth.' The students demanded his dismissal from his position.

What actions did the students take during the protest?

During the protest, students became emotional and threw pots and stones at campus security in an attempt to force their way into the rectorate building.

What response did the university's foundation give to the allegations against the rector?

In response to the allegations, the university's foundation temporarily suspended the rector from his duties and appointed Professor Dr. Sebai as the interim rector. They also urged the rector to cooperate with police investigations.

What legal actions were taken by the victims of sexual harassment?

Two employees, who were allegedly victims of sexual harassment, underwent forensic psychological evaluations as part of the investigation. Additionally, one of the victims reported receiving intimidation from the university, including a warning letter.

What is the status of the victims' legal protection?

The victims' legal team has requested protection from the Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK). However, they are still awaiting a response from the agency.

What is the next step in the investigation of the rector?

The police are planning to summon the rector again on February 29 for further investigation into the allegations of sexual harassment.

What is the significance of February 29 in the script, and is it an error?

February 29 is mentioned as the date for the rector’s next police summons. However, 2024 is not a leap year, so this might be an error, or it could be referring to 2025.

How did the university foundation react to the ongoing protest and situation?

To prevent further escalation, the university foundation held a meeting and decided to temporarily suspend the rector. They also instructed him to cooperate with the police investigation and ensure the rights of the victims were protected.

What was the impact of the protest on the university's reputation?

The protest, along with the allegations of sexual harassment, significantly impacted the university's reputation, as it led to a violent demonstration, legal proceedings, and increased media scrutiny.

What role did the university’s security play during the protest?

The university’s security was targeted during the protest, with students throwing pots and stones at them. The security’s role was to manage the crowd and prevent the students from entering the rectorate building.