In a significant development at the Cikarang District Court, Bekasi DPRD member Nyumarno has formally presented his defense, arguing that the presence of physical injuries on a victim does not automatically establish the guilt of the accused. Nyumarno, along with his co-defendants Eko Brahmantyo and Basroni, stands accused of assault, a charge they have consistently denied throughout the legal proceedings.
During the hearing, Nyumarno addressed the events of October 30, 2025, at the Shao Kao Restaurant in Cikarang. While he acknowledged that he and his entourage were present at the scene and that a verbal altercation occurred after the victim allegedly slammed a table, he maintained that this does not equate to physical violence. He emphasized that witness testimonies provided during the trial support his assertion that he did not participate in any physical assault.
The defense team, led by spokesperson Riski Syah Putra Nasution, argued that the prosecution's demand for a 10-month prison sentence lacks the necessary evidentiary support. They urged the panel of judges to base their verdict strictly on proven facts and legal evidence rather than assumptions or circumstantial presence at the scene. The defense maintains that the prosecution has failed to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt.
As the trial progresses, the case has moved into the 'replic' stage, where the prosecution will respond to the defense's arguments. Nyumarno has requested that the court acquit him and his co-defendants, restore their legal standing, and clear their names of the allegations. The outcome of this trial is being closely watched, given the political background of the accused and the implications for the local administration in Bekasi.
Ultimately, the defense is banking on the court's commitment to objective justice. By challenging the prosecution's narrative, Nyumarno aims to demonstrate that the legal process must prioritize concrete evidence over the mere proximity of the accused to an incident. The final verdict will be a critical turning point for all parties involved, determining not only their legal future but also their standing in the public eye.
