Following the April 24 raid on Daycare Little Aresha that uncovered abuse of 53 children and led to 13 suspects being named, Yogyakarta's mayor has announced a dedicated psychological support team for victims and parents. The team will include child psychologists, experts, and coordinate with local health services.
In the ongoing Little Aresha Daycare Abuse Scandal, where police raided the facility in Sorosutan ward, Umbulharjo, on April 24, 2026, securing 30 people amid reports of children with hands and feet tied, bruises, and neglect, 13 suspects have now been named: one foundation head, one school head, and 11 teachers. Of 103 children entrusted, 53—mostly under two years old—are confirmed suspected victims. A press conference on motives is set for April 27.
The daycare had operated over five years without permits, with CCTV inaccessible to parents indoors. Parents had noted issues like red eyes in children.
On April 26, Mayor Hasto Wardoyo met affected parents and announced a psychological support team comprising child psychologists, development experts, nutritionists, and parenting specialists. The team will aid both children and parents, working with KPAI and psychologists from 18 puskesmas. The mayor commended police for swift action.
