By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBT Politics Asia
LAS VEGAS, NV — (June 25, 2025) — Indonesian authorities in the city of Bogor sparked global condemnation this week after raiding a private “gay party” and arresting 75 people on June 22. According to Amnesty International, the incident occurred in the Puncak neighborhood of Bogor, approximately 40 miles south of Jakarta on the island of Java.
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Police reportedly stormed the villa after receiving public complaints about alleged “gay activities.” Local officials claim to have seized several items as “evidence,” including four condoms, adult toys, and a decorative sword used during a dance performance.
The group arrested consisted of 74 men and one woman, all of whom were transported to police headquarters for interrogation. Amnesty reports the detainees were forced to undergo health screenings, including HIV testing.
“These hate-based and humiliating raids must end,” stated Amnesty International. “No one should be arrested or publicly shamed because of their actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.”
The human rights organization is demanding the immediate release of all detainees and is urging the Indonesian government to hold law enforcement accountable for repeated abuses against LGBTQ+ people.
The June 22 raid is part of a disturbing pattern. On May 24, Jakarta police raided a hotel party and arrested nine individuals. Earlier this year, on February 1, 56 people were detained in another similar incident. Jakarta authorities also made headlines in 2017 when 51 people were arrested during a raid at a gay sauna.
Amnesty International warns that those arrested could face up to 15 years in prison under Indonesia’s vague and broad Pornography Law, which is often used to target LGBTQ citizens.
“The Pornography Law defines pornography in sweeping terms that criminalize private, consensual acts,” Amnesty noted. “Such laws are weaponized to erode privacy and human dignity.”
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