Breaking News Kejagung Periksa 5 Saksi Kasus Suap Hakim | 15/04

Summary

On April 15, 2025, the Indonesian Attorney General’s Office held a press conference regarding a bribery and corruption case involving several suspects. Investigators conducted searches at multiple locations, uncovering luxury vehicles and important documents. Five witnesses were questioned, with MSY, a legal representative of Wilmar Group, named as a new suspect. MSY is accused of facilitating a bribe involving IDR 60 billion to influence a court decision related to the palm oil industry. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities continuing to probe the involvement of additional individuals and corporations.

Takeaways

• 😀 The investigation on April 15, 2025, involved the examination of five witnesses, two of whom were already suspects, and three others who were distinct from the 14 witnesses previously questioned.
• 😀 Law enforcement conducted searches at three locations across two provinces, recovering documents and seizing multiple luxury vehicles, including Mercedes-Benz and Honda CRV models.
• 😀 The case centers around bribery and corruption linked to the handling of a palm oil (minyak goreng) legal case, where a bribe of 60 billion rupiah (around 4 million USD) was arranged.
• 😀 MSY, a legal representative for Wilmar Group, was arrested and named a suspect, facing charges under Indonesia’s anti-corruption laws, including bribe facilitation.
• 😀 The suspects allegedly coordinated through multiple meetings, where bribes were discussed to influence the verdict of the palm oil case, with a bribe amounting to 60 billion rupiah being demanded and paid.
• 😀 The investigation is ongoing, with new evidence emerging as further details about the case continue to unfold. The team is focusing on gathering two supporting pieces of evidence to reinforce their findings.
• 😀 In response to press questions, officials confirmed that the investigation might involve additional corporations and individuals, with more arrests possible as more facts emerge.
• 😀 The judicial system’s role in investigating corruption was emphasized, with officials urging journalists and the public to understand the delicate nature of legal proceedings and ongoing investigations.
• 😀 The press conference also provided insights into the strategic way in which the case is being handled, with close monitoring of all the connected parties and continuous efforts to ensure transparency in the investigation.
• 😀 Despite the rapid pace of the investigation, with eight suspects already identified in just three days, officials asked for patience as they continue to pursue justice in the case.

Q & A

What is the primary subject of the investigation mentioned in the script?

The primary subject of the investigation is a corruption case involving bribery and/or gratification in relation to the handling of a cooking oil case by judges in Jakarta Central District Court.

How many witnesses were interrogated during the investigation on April 15, 2025?

Five witnesses were interrogated during the investigation on April 15, 2025.

Who is the new suspect named in the case, and what is their role?

The new suspect is MSY, who is identified as a social security legal representative for Wilmar Group.

What kind of items were seized during the searches conducted by investigators?

The investigators seized several valuable items, including two Mercedes-Benz cars, a Honda CRV, four Brompton bicycles, and documents related to the case.

What was the amount of money involved in the bribery transaction as outlined in the investigation?

The amount involved in the bribery transaction was 60 billion IDR, which was requested by the suspect for the handling of the cooking oil case.

What is the legal charge against the suspect MSY?

MSY is charged with violating multiple provisions of the Indonesian Anti-Corruption Law, specifically Articles 6, 5, 13, and 18 of Law No. 31/1999, which were later amended by Law No. 20/2021.

Where was the bribery money ultimately delivered, and who received it?

The bribery money was delivered by MSY to AR in a parking lot in SCBD (Sudirman Central Business District). AR then handed the money to WG, who forwarded it to MAN (Muhammad Arif Nuryanta).

What action did the authorities take following the interrogation of MSY?

Following the interrogation, MSY was officially arrested and detained for 20 days at Rutan Salemba as part of the ongoing investigation into the bribery case.

What did the investigators uncover regarding the interaction between AR and Wahyu Gunawan (WG)?

Investigators uncovered that AR met with Wahyu Gunawan (WG) several times, during which WG instructed AR to ensure that the cooking oil case was handled, with the implication that the case could be decided in their favor in exchange for a large sum of money.

What is the status of the ongoing investigation into the Surabaya case mentioned in the script?

The investigation into the Surabaya case is still ongoing, and authorities are working on developing more evidence. The Surabaya case was linked to this corruption case during the investigation process.