Emotional Testimony in Military Court: Car Rental Boss's Son Recounts Tragic Shooting Incident

INDONESIAUPDATES.COM, News En – In an emotional session at the Military Court II-08 in East Jakarta on Tuesday, February 19, 2025, two witnesses, Agam Muhammad Nasrudin and Rizky Agam Shahtra, sons of car rental boss Ilyas Abdurrahman, gave heartbreaking testimony about the tragic shooting of their father. Both sons were visibly moved, with Agam struggling to hold back tears as he explained the harrowing events of that day.

Agam, who was present at the scene of the incident, recounted the car chase and shooting that occurred during an attempted escape by three Indonesian Navy personnel (TNI AL) involved in the case. “After I saw our Brio car, which had been taken again like the Sigra car, run away, I dared to get out and saw Mr. Ramli, my father’s colleague, lying down. Mr. Ramli said, ‘I’ve been shot, please help,'” Agam recalled, his voice shaking.

Agonizing Moments and Loss

The scene grew even more tragic when Agam witnessed his father, Ilyas Abdurrahman, who had been shot in the chest, fall to the ground in severe pain. Agam described the gut-wrenching moment: “I saw my father holding his chest and screaming in pain, ‘aak aak,’ before my eyes,” Agam said, barely able to speak through his tears. He had hoped and prayed that his family would not become victims in the terrifying incident, but the pain of seeing his father injured was too much to bear.

A Family’s Agony

The young witness expressed his shock and devastation, questioning why his father had to endure such violence while simply standing up for his rights. “How could they do this to him? He was only trying to assert his rights. What was his fault? My father offered a peaceful resolution. Why did they kill him?” Agam asked, his emotions raw as he recalled the moment of his father’s injury.

Agam’s testimony stopped several times during the session as he wiped away tears, struggling to find the strength to continue recounting the tragic event. The court proceedings saw Agam receive a tissue from the military prosecutor to help him compose himself. Despite his grief, Agam continued to provide key details about the shooting and the traumatic impact it had on his family.

Details of the Shooting Incident

The shooting occurred on January 2, 2025, at the KM45 rest area along the Tangerang-Merak toll road in Banten. Three members of the Indonesian Navy are facing charges related to the shooting, which took place during a car chase involving the rental vehicles owned by Ilyas Abdurrahman. The three defendants—Bambang Apri Atmojo, Akbar Adli, and Rafsin Hermawan—are charged with premeditated murder (Article 340 of the Criminal Code) and manslaughter (Article 338 of the Criminal Code), as well as violating other legal provisions.

Legal Proceedings

The military court session, chaired by Chief Judge Lieutenant Colonel Chk Arif Rachman, continued with the presentation of testimonies from other witnesses, and the defendants are expected to be formally charged based on the evidence and testimonies presented.

The emotional testimony provided by Agam Nasrudin sheds light on the painful and tragic circumstances surrounding the death of his father and highlights the trauma experienced by the family during this shocking incident.

FAQ – Shooting Incident Involving Car Rental Boss Ilyas Abdurrahman

What happened during the shooting of Ilyas Abdurrahman?
Ilyas Abdurrahman, a car rental boss, was shot during a car chase involving three members of the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) on January 2, 2025. His sons, Agam Muhammad Nasrudin and Rizky Agam Shahtra, were witnesses to the incident, with Agam providing emotional testimony about the tragic events.
Who are the main witnesses in this case?
The primary witnesses are Agam Muhammad Nasrudin and Rizky Agam Shahtra, the sons of Ilyas Abdurrahman, who witnessed the shooting of their father and his colleague, Mr. Ramli.
What did Agam Nasrudin testify about?
Agam Nasrudin tearfully explained the events leading up to and during the shooting. He recounted seeing his father injured and lying on the ground, and described the painful moments as his father screamed in agony after being shot in the chest.
Who are the defendants in this case?
The three defendants are members of the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL): Bambang Apri Atmojo, Akbar Adli, and Rafsin Hermawan. They are charged with premeditated murder and manslaughter related to the shooting of Ilyas Abdurrahman.
What charges are the defendants facing?
The defendants are facing charges of premeditated murder (Article 340 of the Criminal Code) and manslaughter (Article 338 of the Criminal Code). They are also facing additional charges related to violating other legal provisions.
When did the shooting occur?
The shooting took place on January 2, 2025, at the KM45 rest area on the Tangerang-Merak toll road in Banten.
What is the current status of the trial?
The trial is ongoing at the Military Court II-08 Jakarta, with testimonies being presented from witnesses, including Agam Nasrudin, who provided emotional details of the tragic event.
Why was Agam Nasrudin so emotional during his testimony?
Agam was deeply affected by the trauma of witnessing his father being shot. He broke down several times during his testimony, particularly when describing the moments he saw his father in pain after being shot in the chest.
How did the court respond to Agam’s emotional testimony?
The court showed empathy towards Agam’s distress. Military prosecutors provided him with tissues to help him compose himself, and the proceedings allowed Agam to pause several times as he struggled to continue his testimony.
What was Ilyas Abdurrahman’s role in the incident?
Ilyas Abdurrahman, the car rental boss, was involved in a dispute that led to the violent confrontation. He was shot while trying to protect his rights in the midst of a car chase involving his rental vehicles and the TNI AL personnel.