An Indigenous Papuan man was reportedly arbitrarily detained by members of the Indonesian Marine Corps (Marinir) in Dekai Town, Yahukimo Regency, on 17 June 2026. According to information received, the victim, Heri Sohona Bahabol, also known as Heri Asuk (see photo), was arrested without explanation and remained in detention at the time of reporting.
Chronology of Events
According to information received, Heri Sohona Bahabol (29), from Liligan Village, Ninia District, Yahukimo Regency, was arrested on 17 June 2026, at approximately 11:23 am near Jalan SMP Metanoia in Dekai Town. He had recently travelled from his home village to Dekai.
The victim was reportedly arrested by members of the Indonesian Marine Corps in the Kali Woo area. According to the information received, he was later transferred to the Yahukimo District Police (Polres Yahukimo), where he remained in detention at the time of writing.
Human Rights Analysis
If substantiated, the arrest may constitute arbitrary detention in violation of Article 9 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). The authorities are required to ensure that anyone deprived of liberty is informed of the reasons for their arrest, has access to legal safeguards, and is promptly brought before the competent judicial authorities.
Detailed Case Data
Document ID: HRM-CAS-091-2026
Region: Indonesia > Highland Papua > Yahukimo > Dekai
Total number of victims: 1
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Number of Victims
Name, Details
Gender
Age
Group Affiliation
Violations
1.
1
Heri Sohona Bahabol
male
29
Indigenous Peoples
arbitrary detention