Palembang, KOTABARI.COM – A shocking incident involving the assault of a medical intern from Sriwijaya University (Unsri) at Siti Fatimah Hospital, Palembang, has captured public attention. The incident occurred on Wednesday (December 11, 2024) at a cafe on Jalan Demang Lebar Daun, Palembang, and went viral after videos of the attack surfaced online.
The victim, Luthfi, who serves as the Chief Intern at Unsri’s Faculty of Medicine, was brutally beaten by an individual wearing a red shirt, identified as the driver for the family of a junior medical intern. Despite efforts by bystanders to break up the fight, the perpetrator continued his violent attack. As a result, Luthfi sustained facial bruises and redness in his left eye and is currently receiving treatment at Bhayangkara Hospital, Palembang.
Trigger of the Assault
The incident was reportedly triggered by dissatisfaction expressed by a junior intern, identified as LAP, over their holiday shift schedule for Christmas and New Year’s. LAP’s parents, prominent figures in society, intervened after their child complained about being assigned shifts during the long holiday period.
LAP’s father is known to be an official at the Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing (PUPR) in Kalimantan, while their mother, identified as SM or Lina Dedy, owns a popular boutique in Palembang. In a video recording of the incident, Lina Dedy is seen present at the cafe and appeared unyielding during the confrontation.
It was revealed that the family’s opposition to LAP’s schedule stemmed from their plans for a European vacation, which clashed with the holiday shift assignments.
Chronology of Events
Luthfi, as the chief intern, was summoned to meet LAP’s family at the cafe to discuss the schedule. However, what began as a formal meeting escalated into violence when the family’s driver, wearing a red shirt, physically attacked Luthfi. “We were being reasonable,” Luthfi is heard saying in a video viewed by Sripoku.com on Thursday (December 12, 2024).
Public and Authorities’ Reactions
The assault video has drawn widespread outrage on social media. An Instagram account, @ftyxxxxxxxxx, reported that LAP frequently complained about shift schedules. “Everyone else had agreed, but LAP kept complaining to their mother,” wrote the account.
Although the perpetrator’s family has issued a statement, they reportedly suggested a peaceful resolution instead of issuing an apology. As of now, no official statement has been released by the police regarding legal actions against the perpetrator.
Important Notes
This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of resolving conflicts with respect and adhering to shared work responsibilities. The public awaits firm action from the authorities to ensure justice for the victim and prevent such incidents in the future.