A disturbing sexual violence case in Makassar has shocked the public. A young female employee, identified as K (22), was reportedly sexually assaulted and held captive by her own employer, SK (23). Even more horrifying, the assault was allegedly recorded by the perpetrator’s wife, SU (39).
Police revealed that the incident took place on New Year’s Eve at a shophouse owned by the suspects in the Manggala District, Makassar. The case came to light after the victim gathered the courage to report the crime, prompting an in-depth police investigation.
Makassar Police Chief, Senior Commissioner Arya Perdana, explained that the incident stemmed from extreme jealousy. SU accused the victim of having an affair with her husband, despite the absence of clear evidence. What began as suspicion quickly escalated into serious criminal acts.
According to police, the victim was summoned to the shophouse under false pretenses. Upon arrival, she was physically assaulted and subjected to intense psychological pressure. She was forced to confess to an alleged affair she insisted never happened.
“The victim was beaten and intimidated. After that, the suspect SU forced her husband, SK, to have sexual intercourse with the victim twice. The entire act was recorded by SU,” Arya said during a press briefing on Monday (January 5, 2026).
The victim was not only sexually assaulted but also confined and prevented from leaving the location. She was trapped in a situation where fear and coercion left her completely powerless.
Police stated that SU recorded the assault to obtain what she believed would be proof of infidelity. However, the video was never shared publicly and was kept solely by the suspect. Despite this, authorities stressed that recording and forcing sexual acts remains a serious criminal offense.
Investigators emphasized that the elements of sexual violence in this case are clear, involving both physical abuse and psychological coercion. The power imbalance between employer and employee further aggravated the severity of the crime.
Both suspects have now been arrested and officially charged. They face charges under Article 6 sections b and c in conjunction with Article 14 paragraph (1) section a of Indonesia’s Law No. 12 of 2022 on Sexual Violence Crimes.
“The suspects face a maximum prison sentence of up to 12 years and a fine of up to Rp300 million,” Arya confirmed.
This case serves as a grim reminder that sexual violence can occur in the workplace and may be committed by people the victim knows and trusts. Police urge anyone experiencing or witnessing similar abuse to report it immediately, so victims can receive protection and justice can be served.
