ASIATODAY.ID, JAKARTA — An incident involving falling glass shards from The City Center (TCC) Batavia Tower 1 in Central Jakarta has escalated into a police case, after a woman identified by the initials HN formally filed a report alleging corporate criminal liability.
The incident occurred on June 30, 2025, at around midday, on KH Hasyim Mansyur Street, Central Jakarta. At the time, the victim had just parked her car and was walking toward the building’s lobby.
“Suddenly, glass fragments fell from the 46th floor of the building,” said the victim’s legal counsel, H. Gamal Muaddi, SH, on January 9, 2026.
The falling glass struck the victim’s left leg, causing an open wound and significant bleeding. In addition to physical injuries, the victim’s vehicle also sustained damage after being hit by the glass shards, affecting both the body and windows of the car.
“We have video evidence of the falling glass, as well as photographs of the victim’s injuries and the damaged vehicle. All of this has been submitted to investigators,” Gamal stated.
Police Report Filed Under New Criminal Code
The legal report was filed under Indonesia’s new Criminal Code, specifically citing Article 521, which regulates corporate criminal responsibility, and Article 474, which addresses negligence resulting in bodily harm.
“This is not an ordinary accident. We are reporting a suspected corporate crime,” Gamal said.
According to him, there are strong indications of negligence on the part of the building management in ensuring visitor safety. However, before pursuing criminal action, the victim attempted to resolve the matter through non-litigation channels.
Efforts to reach an amicable settlement began in August 2025, through in-person meetings and formal correspondence, and continued through October and November 2025. Those discussions, however, failed to produce any agreement.
“We opened space to discuss compensation and responsibility, but there was no concrete response or settlement offer from the building management,” he said.
Victim Instead Received a Legal Warning
The situation took an unusual turn when the victim instead received a formal legal warning (somasi) from the building management’s legal team, alleging certain actions by the victim.
“We were the ones who received a legal warning. This is illogical and highly questionable,” Gamal said.
He described the move as a reversal of legal logic, arguing that the injured party should have been afforded protection rather than being treated as a potential offender.
“The victim was injured, yet she was the one being warned. This undermines the sense of justice,” he added.
Initial Report Delayed Before KUHP Took Effect
An initial police report had been filed on December 17, 2025, but it was not accepted at the time because the previous Criminal Code did not yet regulate corporate criminal liability. Investigators advised the legal team to wait until the new Criminal Code came into force.
Once the new provisions became effective, the report was refiled and officially accepted on January 9, 2026. The report names alleged criminal acts involving corporate leadership within the building’s management.
At this stage, the victim has not specified the monetary value of her losses.
“We have not stated a compensation figure. Our primary concern is justice, not numbers,” Gamal said.
Test of Building Safety and Law Enforcement Integrity
The victim’s legal team emphasized that they remain open to a fair and humane resolution. Nevertheless, the legal process is now moving forward.
They also urged police to handle the case objectively and professionally.
“This case is a test of law enforcement integrity and a reminder of the critical importance of safety standards in high-rise buildings,” Gamal said.
The case is currently under investigation by police, who will examine evidence and gather statements from all parties involved. The incident has drawn public attention as a broader warning about corporate responsibility and public safety in urban buildings. (ATN)
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