Target: Yasonna Laoly, Indonesian Minister of Law and Human Rights
Goal: Enforce harsher penalties for animal torture to deter further cruelty.
Indonesia’s alarming status as a global leader in the production of animal torture videos calls for immediate action. Alleged incidents where animals are tortured to produce entertainment content have become distressingly common. This cruel practice not only shocks the conscience but also undermines societal values, depicting a grievous abuse of animal rights.
In recent developments, law enforcement in West Kalimantan apprehended an individual reportedly involved in creating such videos, particularly distressing footage involving the torture of a long-tailed monkey. This suspect was allegedly compensated up to Rp1 million per video. The cruelty extends beyond monkeys; dogs, cats, chickens, and even bears have been purportedly tortured for the same vile purpose. These videos reportedly fetch prices ranging from Rp80,000 to Rp1.6 million on various online platforms, including YouTube and Telegram.
The existing legal framework in Indonesia, including Law No. 41/2014, allegedly offers only mild penalties for such heinous acts—up to six years in jail or a nominal fine—which evidently fails to deter perpetrators. This leniency in punishment has purportedly led to an escalation in the production and distribution of these horrific videos. Demand a more stringent legal response to prevent further animal cruelty and to reflect the gravity of these offenses.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Minister Yasonna Laoly,
We write to you with a deep sense of urgency and concern regarding the purported widespread production of animal torture videos in Indonesia. These reports highlight a disturbing trend that not only involves severe animal cruelty but also potentially contributes to desensitization towards violence in society. It is disheartening to note that Indonesia is reportedly leading the production of such content globally.
Alleged details of these activities reveal a horrifying disregard for animal life, where individuals, driven by economic incentives, engage in the torture of defenseless animals, capturing these acts on video for commercial gain. This not only reflects a serious societal issue but also exposes the shortcomings of our current legal framework in providing adequate protection for animals.
We urgently demand the implementation of harsher legal penalties for those found guilty of animal torture. It is imperative that our legal system reflects the severity of these crimes and acts as a strong deterrent against future offenses. Strengthening our laws will not only protect animals but also affirm our moral and ethical responsibilities as a society.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Terje Sollie
