Indonesian police raid daycare centre in Yogyakarta over child abuse allegations

Source:CNA

02 — Who / Subject

Little Aresha daycare staff and Yogyakarta police

03 — Where / Locus

Yogyakarta, Indonesia

04 — When / Temporality

April 2026

Verified: June 11, 2026

05 — Why / Core Summary

"Police raided the Little Aresha daycare centre in Yogyakarta in April 2026. Over 100 children were found restrained with hands and feet tied. 13 staff members, including the owner and principal, were arrested on suspicion of abuse and neglect. The centre was operating without required licenses."

Conflict Analysis

This is a significant case of child abuse in Indonesia, highlighting the lack of regulation in the private daycare sector. The investigation is ongoing with charges expected by late June.

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