Jakarta, March 19 -- Indonesian Deputy Minister of Human Rights Mugiyanto called for a transparent, accountable, and thorough investigation into the acid attack on human rights activist Andrie Yunus to maintain public trust in state institutions.

He lauded the police and military for taking swift action in the case and urged both institutions to ensure legal proceedings go beyond the arrest of perpetrators.

Four personnel of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) were apprehended for their alleged involvement in the assault.

"It is crucial for law enforcers to strengthen coordination and synchronize data to avoid public confusion and safeguard the integrity of the case handling," Mugiyanto said in a statement received here on Thurs...