Ex-Policeman's Ex-Wife's Suicide: Family Alleges Forced Prostitution to Superior

The family of Winta Lorenza, the ex-wife of a policeman who was reported to have died by suicide, has made a shocking accusation, claiming she was forced into prostitution by her ex-husband, Imam, to his superior, who was then a Wakapolda (Regional Police Deputy Chief). This revelation came through a video circulating on social media, where the family stated that Lorenza confessed during her lifetime that Imam "sold her to his superior" around 2020-2021. The family further alleged that this superior later transferred to Jakarta and is now serving as a Kapolda (Regional Police Chief) in one of Indonesia's provinces. They also claimed Imam had engaged in such acts with Lorenza not just once or twice, and that she had even been "sold abroad." The family expressed strong concern about Lorenza being framed as a prostitute. In response, North Sumatra Police Public Relations Head Kombes Ferry Walintukan stated that the police would investigate the information providers to ascertain the truth of the claims. Previously, police reported that Lorenza died by suicide on August 2nd at the residence of Imam's parents in Medan, using Imam's firearm. Autopsy results reportedly showed a gunshot wound to the head, with no other signs of violence on her body, and no gunpowder residue found on Imam's fingers. However, the family disputes the police's conclusion, suspecting foul play rather than suicide. They claim to have found marks resembling strangulation on Lorenza's neck, bruising around her eyes, and discoloration on her body, asserting that reports of suicide or her taking her husband's pistol by force are untrue. This case highlights potential corruption within the police force and serious human rights concerns for women in Indonesia, drawing significant attention to the ongoing police investigation.