Agus Buntung’s Viral Video Eating Bread in Prison Raises Concerns, Sparks Investigation into Cooperative Employees
In a stunning turn of events, a viral video featuring I Wayan Agus Suartama, also known as Agus Buntung, a defendant in a sexual harassment case, casually enjoying a meal of bread inside the Class IIA Kuripan Prison in West Lombok has captured the public’s attention.
The 16-second video shows Agus appearing relaxed and smiling while chewing his food, recorded by a cooperative employee at the prison. Despite his current incarceration, Agus seems unfazed by the surroundings, displaying no signs of pressure within the prison walls.
The footage was captured by the cooperative employee responsible for monitoring virtual currency transactions, who claims to have obtained permission to bring a cell phone into the prison from the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections (Kemenimipas).
Who is Involved?
Muhammad Fadli, the head of the Class IIA Kuripan Prison, shed light on the situation, explaining that while recording devices are typically prohibited within the prison, the cooperative employee had special permission to bring a phone inside.
“He is in charge of managing virtual money transactions, which is why he was allowed to bring a phone in,” Fadli stated. The employee recorded Agus to prove that he was not under duress while in jail.
The video was only shared within the employee’s family group. However, the employee is currently under scrutiny for recording the video. “He recorded to make sure that Agus was not under pressure in prison and it was sent to his family group. And he is currently undergoing the examination process,” Fadli emphasized.
How is Agus Fairing in Prison?
Fadli emphasized that Agus is treated the same as other inmates. He is housed in a special living block for individuals with disabilities and the elderly, with a capacity of 20 people.
“Agus does not have a special room, he is with 14 other inmates. The only difference is the bathroom facilities, where Agus uses a sit-down toilet designated for the elderly and disabled,” he explained.
This situation highlights that despite Agus’s status as a defendant, his rights as an inmate are still upheld by the prison authorities.
The video’s implications have raised questions about the treatment of inmates and the conduct of prison staff, prompting a thorough investigation into the cooperative employee’s actions. As the public awaits further developments, the case underscores the importance of transparency and accountability within correctional facilities.
