2) Suppression of peaceful protest calling for justice in the killing of Tarina Murib
3) Police officers alleged of shooting Papuan farmer in Kapiraya District
4) Of the 18,892 HIV/AIDS patients in Papua Province, only 4,192 are undergoing ARV treatment
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Human Rights Monitor
1) Komnas HAM calls for arrest in shooting of human rights defender Yan Christian Warinussy
The Papua representative office of the National Human Rights Commission (Komnas HAM) has urged the Manokwari Municipal Police (Polresta) to arrest OU immediately, the alleged perpetrator responsible for the shooting of senior advocate and human rights defender Yan Christian Warinussywith an airrifle (see photo on top). The attack took place in Manokwari Regency, West Papua, on 17 July 2024, yet the suspect remains at large, prompting increasing concerns over the lack of swift justice.
Komnas HAM Papua Chairperson Frits Ramandey voiced his call for action on 9 January 2025, emphasizing that the prolonged delay in arresting the suspect undermines law enforcement’s credibility. Ramandey insisted that the West Papua Regional Police Chief, along with the West Papua General Crimes Detectives Directorate and the Manokwari City Police Chief, must expedite the suspect’s apprehension and legal prosecution.
According to Komnas HAM, the authorities have collected sufficient circumstantial evidence, testimonies from witnesses, and material proof to proceed with the suspect’s detention. Ramandey warned that continued inaction sets a dangerous precedent for human rights defenders in West Papua, potentially deterring their essential work. He stressed that the case’s resolution is crucial for upholding justice and maintaining the police force’s credibility, urging public support in pressing law enforcement to take decisive action.
Mr Warinussy himself expressed deep frustration with the police’s inefficiency in handling his case. He highlighted the advanced investigative tools available to the police, including detection and communication tracking technologies, which should have facilitated the arrest. Warinussy stated that his faith in the police had significantly diminished due to the ongoing delays, and he called for immediate efforts to apprehend the suspect, who is believed to reside in Arfak Mountains Regency, West Papua.
Several key witnesses, including his daughters, driver, and a car rental owner, have already given official statements to investigators. Additionally, physical evidence, such as the clothing he wore during the attack, the bullet projectile, and the suspect’s alleged vehicle, have been secured at the Manokwari Polresta Headquarters. With all this evidence in hand, Warinussy questioned why the police have yet to act decisively.
Manokwari Municipal Police Criminal Investigation Unit Head, Deputy Police Commissioner Raja Napitupulu, confirmed that the alleged perpetrator, identified as OU, is suspected to be residing in Arfak Mountains Regency. Mr Napitupulu stated that police have already visited the suspect’s home and are actively pursuing the case. However, he did not provide a clear explanation for the prolonged delay in making an arrest.
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Human Rights Monitor
2) Suppression of peaceful protest calling for justice in the killing of Tarina Murib
On 12 February 2025, students from the Puncak Regency, along with an investigative team probing the murder and mutilation of Tarina Murib, attempted to hold a peaceful demonstration at the local parliament Office in Nabire, Papua Tengah Province. The protesters aimed to demand justice for Tarina Murib’s family and accountability for her killing, which allegedly involved TNI personnel from Battalion 303.
Demonstrators called for the prosecution and dismissal of those responsible and urged the withdrawal of military personnel from the Puncak Regency. Authorities thwarted the demonstration, with police officers blocking the road in front of the Puncak Student Dormitory at 8:00 am local time using armored crowd control vehicles, and police trucks (see photos on top and below, source: Suara Papua).
The suppression of peaceful demonstrations has raised serious concerns over freedom of expression and the right to peaceful protest. Human rights organizations and relatives are calling for an independent investigation into both the killing of Tarina Murib and the shooting of eight other civilians on 3 March 2023. The case is only one of the various examples in which solidary groups and relatives keep demanding accountability for extra-judicial executions by the police and military.
Case background
Mrs Tarina Murib’s dismembered body was discovered near the Iloway River in the Yugumuak District, Puncak Regency, on 3 March 2023. Eight persons were injured with bullets during the same incident. The Legal Aid Institute Talenta Keadilan Papua (LBH TKP) has filed a complaint regarding the killing and mutilation of Mrs Tarina Murib to the Indonesian National Human Rights Commission (Komnas HAM). LBH TKP urged Komnas HAM to conduct a preliminary investigation to assess the situation and gather accurate data. Despite these efforts, the incident has not been thoroughly investigated, prompting ongoing demands for justice.
Military officials have denied the accusations against TNI personnel. On 6 March 2023, Colonel Kav Herman Taryaman, Head of Public Relations for the XVII/Cenderawasih Military Command, claimed that the shooting in Pamebut Village on 3 March resulted from an attack by TPNPB members, which also led to the death of a TNI soldier. He stated that the confrontation began when TPNPB allegedly shot a civilian and that the TNI was attempting to evacuate the victim when they were ambushed. The TPNPB has denied these allegations, claiming that the TNI was fully responsible for the shootings.
Police vehicles gathering in front of the Puncak Dormitory in Nabire, on 12 February 2025…………….
https://humanrightsmonitor.org/case/suppression-of-peaceful-protest-calling-for-justice-in-the-killing-of-tarina-murib/
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Human Rights Monitor
3) Police officers alleged of shooting Papuan farmer in Kapiraya District
On 7 February 2025, members of the Pumako Police Mobile Brigade (Brimob) special unit reportedly opened fire at a Papuan farmer, Mr Marten Anouw, in the Kapiraya District, Deiyai Regency, Papua Tengah Province. Mr Anouw was returning home from his garden near the Kapiraya Village Hall while carrying his harvest of sweet potatoes, beans, and taro. Without any apparent provocation, the Brimob officers allegedly fired 12 shots at him. Mr Anouw sustained a gunshot wound to his right arm as a result of the shooting (see photo on top, source: independent HRD). Following the shooting, Anouw was taken to the Kapiraya Community Health Centre, where he received medical treatment.
The shooting caused significant unrest in the community, leading residents to gather at the Kapiraya District Office (see video below, source: independent HRD). Mr Anouw and the community demand justice for the shooting of Mr Anouw. The shooting has again fuelled tensions in the region, raising concerns over the use of excessive force by security forces and the broader implications for the human rights situation in West Papua.
Following the incident, the residents also called for the revocation of PT Zoomirion’s permit, a gold mining company that indigenous land rights holders have claimed to operate illegally in the Kapiraya area. On 18 July 2024, a dispute over gold panning land in Kapiraya District escalated tensions between the Mee and Kamoro tribes. This dispute threatens the peaceful coexistence between the two tribes. The Central Papua Provincial Government has confirmed that gold mining activities are illegal, yet the company continues its illegal gold mining operations without interference from the police.
Video recorded at the Kapiraya District Office on 7 February 2025. Residents gather at the district office while Mr Anouw stands outside, holding up his injured arm to prevent blood loss……………..
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4) Of the 18,892 HIV/AIDS patients in Papua Province, only 4,192 are undergoing ARV treatment
Arga Reysamputra
Last updated: February 15, 2025 8:59 pm
Author: Theo Kelen
Editor: Zely Ariane
Jayapura, Jubi – The Papua Provincial Health Office stated that up to now there are 18,892 active HIV/AIDS patients, and those undergoing Antiretroviral or ARV treatment are 4,192 patients.
This was conveyed by the Head of the HIV/AIDS Section of the Papua Provincial Health Office, dr. Rindang Pribadi Marahaba in Jayapura City, Papua, on Friday (2/14/2025). "Those who routinely take ARV drugs are 4,192 patients," he said.
Rindang said patients undergoing ARV treatment were spread across Jayapura City (1,741 people), Jayapura Regency (1,189 people), Biak Numfor Regency (470 people), Yapen Islands Regency (462 people). Patients undergoing ARV treatment were also in Keerom Regency (97 people), Waropen Regency (71 people), Supiori Regency (71 people), Sarmi Regency (63 people), and Mamberamo Raya Regency (28 people).
Rindang said that there are at least 144 ARV services spread across nine districts/cities in Papua Province. In addition, there are 59 HIV testing services. "Treatment services have reached the Health Centers," he said.
However, according to him, few PLWHA are willing to undergo ARV treatment because of the stigma that PLWHA receive. In addition, many PLWHA cannot undergo ARV treatment because they are constrained by access and transportation costs to ARV treatment facilities.
"ARV [treatment] must be lifelong. If for example treatment is stopped, continue taking the same medicine but it is still reviewed. Usually it is reviewed for six months. If after six months the number of viruses is not detected, the drug is continued. But [if] the virus is high, it means one of the drugs is replaced. ARV has three types of drugs in one tablet. Take one tablet but inside there are three types of drugs," he said.
Jayapura City is the highest
Acting Head of the Papua Provincial Health Office, dr. Arry Potingku MHM said that the highest number of HIV/AIDS sufferers in Papua is in Jayapura City. According to Potingku, the high number of HIV/AIDS cases is caused by several factors, including free sex.
"Free sex plays a major role in the spread of HIV/AIDS. [And] Jayapura City has the highest number of HIV/AIDS sufferers in Papua," Potingku said last week.
Based on data from the Papua Provincial Health Office from 1993 to the end of 2024, there were 18,892 patients in Papua Province who were actively suffering from HIV/AIDS. The highest number of HIV/AIDS cases was in Jayapura City (8,487 people), followed by Jayapura Regency (4,746 people), Biak Numfor Regency (2,957 people), Yapen Islands Regency (1,599 people).
HIV/AIDS cases were also found in Keerom Regency (434 people), Supiori Regency (247 people), Waropen Regency (194 people), Sarmi Regency (166 people), and the fewest HIV/AIDS cases were in Mamberamo Raya Regency (62 people).
Arry Potingku asked the district/city health office to conduct HIV/AIDS screening. He said that during the free health check-up, HIV testing was also offered.
"Many have not been detected," he said.
Dominated by OAP
The Person in Charge of HIV/AIDS at the Abepantai Health Center, Ruth Kristina Wabiser Amd Kep said that there were 75 HIV/AIDS patients undergoing Antiretroviral or ARV treatment at the Abepantai Health Center. According to him, the HIV/AIDS patients undergoing treatment were spread across Enggros Village, Nafri Village, Koya Koso Village and Abepantai Sub-district.
"There are 75 PLWHA patients served. Those who are patients undergoing ARV treatment. They are actively undergoing ARV treatment. This is a case from 2011 to the present," Wabiser told Jubi, on Thursday (2/13/2025).
Wabiser said that HIV/AIDS patients were dominated by indigenous Papuans, namely 54 patients. Meanwhile, there are 21 non-native Papuans with HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS patients range from toddlers aged 2 years to 57 years.
“From 2 years old to 57 years old. The most OAP patients,” he said.
Wabiser also said that there were HIV/AIDS patients who were rejected by their families. He said that patients who were rejected by their families would stay at the Surya Kasih Hospice.
“There is still stigma and rejection from the family. If they experience rejection, we usually put them in the Surya Kasih Hospice, until their condition recovers well, then the family can accept them. That's what we've found so far. In the hospice there is one patient [from the Abepantai Health Center] who has been there for almost three months,” he said.
The Person in Charge of HIV/AIDS at the Abepura Health Center, Iin Siti Rubiah SKep Ners said that as of January 2025, her party had served ARV treatment for 108 patients. Patients who received treatment were aged 20 to 62 years.
Siti said that HIV/AIDS patients were also dominated by indigenous Papuans. According to her, PLHIV patients were spread across Kota Baru Village, Awiyo Village, Yobe Village, and Asano Village.
“Mostly OAP. Some are routine, some are not. [But] we always provide [stock] of extra medicine for patients who leave the area [for] work, some work as far as Sarmi,” said Siti, on Thursday (2/13/2025).
Head of the HIV/AIDS Section of the Papua Provincial Health Office, dr. Rindang Pribadi Marahaba asked HIV/AIDS sufferers to routinely undergo Antiretroviral or ARV treatment. ARV treatment is important to reduce the risk of HIV transmission and prevent the worsening of opportunistic infections.
Rindang also asked families to provide support for their families who are undergoing ARV treatment. According to Rindang, support from the community is needed and especially for PLWHA patients.
“It is hoped that those who already know their HIV/AIDS status will immediately return to services to get ARV. Those who take ARV must do so routinely every day. For families, the community continues to support families infected with HIV/AIDS. So that they take their medication regularly,” he said. (*)
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