On August 10, 2025, a shocking tragedy occurred in a small village in Indonesia. Julius, a 33-year-old man, is accused of killing his wife and two young children with a machete. When police questioned him, he gave an unusual explanation.
He claimed that the anime One Piece had judged him and that he had failed to meet its “living requirements.” He also said the anime had scolded him, treating it like it had real power over his life.
One Piece Reference in Shocking Indonesia Murder Case
The shocking crime happened when Julius was arrested soon after he allegedly killed his wife and their two children, aged about 5 and 4, in a quiet Indonesian village that had never seen such violence. What surprised everyone was his strange reason.
Julius said, “I did not fulfill the living requirements of One Piece. I was scolded by One Piece.” When asked if this made him commit the crime, he answered, “Yes.”
Police advised people not to jump to conclusions or blame the anime. A police spokesperson, AKP Ngatijan, explained that the case may be linked to family problems and possibly serious mental illness, not media influence. Julius is now in the hospital for psychological checks while the investigation continues.
Global Scenario and Way Forward
Around the world, there have been sad cases where people have killed family members because of mental illness or delusions. In Asia, some incidents in Indonesia show how untreated mental health problems can lead to terrible violence. These cases are not caused by TV shows or anime but by a lack of proper psychological support.
Anime like One Piece is loved for its positive messages of friendship and courage. Julius’s words likely came from serious mental illness, not the anime. The real problem is not fictional stories but the failure to give people the mental health care they need.
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In my opinion, saying he was “judged by an anime” shows a very troubled mind. This tragedy highlights the urgent need for better mental health support, especially in remote communities.
