Father Abuses Child in West Bandung, Sparks Social Media Outrage

A horrific child abuse incident involving a father and his young son has occurred in Cipongkor District, West Bandung Regency, West Java, Indonesia, causing significant stir on social media. A video circulating on social media shows the victim child, dressed in blue, being slapped and having his hair pulled by several adult men. The child's face, particularly around the nose and mouth, is covered in blood, depicting a painful scene. Following the incident, social media users have flooded platforms with strong condemnation against the perpetrator. AKBP M. Faruk Rozi, the Cimahi Police Chief, confirmed the incident and stated that the perpetrator, identified as the child's father, has been arrested and is currently being questioned at the Sindangkerta Police Station. However, the identity of the arrested perpetrator and the motive behind the case have not yet been disclosed. Rosy added that further details regarding the incident will be released at a later date, stating, "Updates will follow." This case once again highlights the issue of child abuse in Indonesia and the speed and impact of information dissemination through social media. Information Source: Liputan6