Petrus Yohanes Debrito Armando Djaga Kota, known as Piche Kota, has been named a suspect in the alleged rape of a 16-year-old high school girl in Atambua, East Nusa Tenggara. The incident was reported to have occurred on January 11, 2026, at a hotel, involving two accomplices who are now fugitives. Police have gathered evidence and charged him with offenses carrying up to 15 years in prison.
Petrus Yohanes Debrito Armando Djaga Kota, known as Piche Kota, is a young singer born on February 4, 2002, in Atambua, Belu Regency, East Nusa Tenggara. He was a finalist in the 2025 season of Indonesian Idol, reaching the Top 6, which was a point of pride for the local community. His background includes support from his father, also a singer, and performance experience from his teenage years, choosing not to pursue college to focus on his music career.
The case emerged after a report was filed with Belu Police in mid-January 2026. The alleged rape or child intercourse occurred on January 11, 2026, around 4:00 PM WITA at a hotel in Tenukiik Village, Atambua City District. The victim is a 16-year-old high school girl with initials ACT. According to police, the victim and suspects had consumed alcohol together, leaving her not fully conscious during the incident.
Suspect status was determined on February 19, 2026, following a case review meeting. Piche was named alongside two accomplices, referred to as RM and RS or Roy Mali and Rivan. The two have fled and are now on the wanted list (DPO). Belu Police Chief AKBP I Gede Eka Putra Astawa confirmed, "It is true that investigators have named three suspects in the alleged rape/child intercourse or child molestation case."
Evidence includes documents, electronic records, and the victim's medical examination report. The suspects were deemed uncooperative, with plans to arrest one. They face charges under Article 81 paragraph (2) of Law No. 17 of 2016 on Child Protection, along with related Criminal Code articles as adjusted, with a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison.
