The “Opa Ambon Leak” refers to a viral controversy in Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia, involving a 62-year-old man, referred to as “Opa” (grandfather) with the initials PS, and a young woman, EL, in an explicit video that surfaced on social media in June 2024. The incident sparked significant public outcry and led to legal action, highlighting issues of privacy, consent, and the spread of explicit content online.

According to reports from detikcom, the video was recorded in a hotel in Ambon on June 17, 2024, where PS allegedly engaged in sexual activity with EL and recorded it using a Samsung Galaxy A04s phone. The footage was later shared online, reportedly after EL’s friend, RS, informed her on June 21, 2024, via WhatsApp that the video had gone viral.

Distressed, EL reported the incident to the Ambon Police Station (Polresta Pulau Ambon dan Pulau-pulau Lease), leading to PS’s arrest on June 22, 2024. The police seized the phone used to record the video as evidence.
PS was charged under Articles 29 and 35 of Indonesia’s Law No. 44 of 2008 on Pornography, facing up to 12 years in prison. Authorities designated PS as the suspect, while EL was considered a victim, with reports indicating no intimidation occurred during their encounter, though the recording was unauthorized.

Public and Media Reaction
The leak caused a media frenzy in Ambon and beyond, with netizens actively discussing the scandal on platforms like X and Telegram. A YouTube video titled “Shocking video Viral Opa Ambon Incident: A Community In Turmoil” highlighted the community’s shock, while posts on Pastebin and VK promoted links to the alleged full video, raising concerns about the ethics of sharing explicit content. Sites like Eporner and EromeXxx also referenced the video, describing it as a 2-minute-28-second clip available in multiple resolutions, further amplifying its spread.
Public sentiment, as seen in posts on X, varied from outrage over privacy violations to sensationalized curiosity. The incident was labeled a significant privacy breach, with discussions on platforms like bacakoran.co emphasizing the need for stricter controls on explicit content distribution.

The Ambon police’s swift action, including PS’s detention and the seizure of evidence, underscores Indonesia’s strict stance on pornography laws. The case also prompted broader conversations about digital privacy and consent, particularly regarding the unauthorized sharing of intimate videos. Reports from tribunnews.com noted the societal impact in Ambon, a city known for its cultural heritage, as the scandal disrupted community norms.
EL’s public statement, as covered by detikcom, clarified her lack of consent for the video’s distribution, reinforcing her status as a victim. The government’s response, including directives to telecom companies to curb the video’s spread, reflects efforts to mitigate further harm, as noted in related sources.

The Opa Ambon leak is part of a global pattern of privacy scandals involving explicit content, similar to cases like the Ice Spice or Clermont Twins leaks. It highlights the challenges of managing digital content in an era of rapid social media dissemination. The incident has fueled debates about accountability, victim support, and the role of platforms in preventing the spread of non-consensual material.

As of September 2025, the case remains a notable example of how personal privacy violations can escalate into public controversies, with ongoing discussions about strengthening digital protections in Indonesia.