
Indonesian Police Deploy Officers for Wildfire Prevention Campaign
Indonesia’s National Police have assigned 198 officers from three training schools to four high-risk regions to conduct public education and prevent seasonal wildfires.
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Indonesia’s National Police have assigned 198 officers from three training schools to four high-risk regions to conduct public education and prevent seasonal wildfires.

The Indonesian National Police have broadened their investigation into cross-border illegal gold trafficking after uncovering two organized smuggling groups, signaling a crackdown on illicit mineral exports.

Authorities in Samarinda arrested a married couple accused of intentionally setting fires to clear land, a practice that contributes to severe regional haze and environmental damage.

Law enforcement agencies in Indonesia have uncovered and disrupted a criminal network responsible for concealing and transporting illicit gold shipments destined for Hong Kong.

The Indonesian National Police has assigned 403 training institute personnel to conduct community education aimed at preventing forest and land fires.
Bali police are requesting assistance from Australian authorities to bring four suspects in Victoria back to Indonesia. The suspects are linked to the death of a Perth father in Kuta.

Indonesia's National Police Criminal Investigation Department is actively pursuing Yuwanky, the owner of Planet nightclub, in connection with a drug case.

Hundreds of university students protesting in Jakarta were attacked by police, leading to the arrest of at least 21 individuals.
Indonesian police have named 14 additional suspects in a daycare abuse case, bringing the total number of individuals involved to 27. The investigation into the horrific incidents continues to expand.

Indonesia is exploring the acquisition of advanced policing technology from China, including drones and tactical armored vehicles, as showcased at a Beijing trade show.
Police in Indonesia have named 13 suspects allegedly involved in organizing illegal Haj pilgrimages. This action targets illicit operations that exploit individuals seeking to perform the religious journey.

Indonesian police have arrested 320 foreigners, including 228 Vietnamese and 57 Chinese, along with individuals from Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, and Cambodia, for organized crime.
Indonesian police have arrested six individuals suspected of smuggling over twenty Komodo dragons. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat illegal wildlife trade targeting the endangered species.

Indonesian police are actively searching for two individuals in connection with the stabbing death of a Dutch tourist on the popular resort island of Bali.
Prabowo stated that Indonesia is safe and the public should evaluate the police fairly, committing to rational policy in Indonesian police reform.
Indonesian police have arrested three European nationals on charges of producing pornography, following an investigation into their activities.
Indonesian police have arrested a ship captain on charges of negligence resulting in death, following a shipwreck that involved a Valencian family. The captain faces up to five years in prison.
A police reform team in Indonesia is set to submit its recommendations to the President before the Idul Fitri holiday.
Indonesian police have detained 13 Japanese nationals on suspicion of fraud, with similar arrests of four Japanese individuals also reported in Vietnam.
Indonesian police probe $1.87 billion money laundering linked to illegal gold mining The Straits Times

Metro Police arrested a member of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) amidst demonstrations in Jakarta, with authorities later claiming the detention was a case of mistaken identity rather than a targeted operation.

Authorities arrested a 56-year-old Chinese citizen in Indonesia for allegedly stealing a passenger's credit card, underscoring ongoing efforts to combat financial crimes involving foreigners.

Law enforcement officers deployed crowd control measures late Thursday to clear demonstrators gathered near Indonesia's parliament complex in Jakarta.

Indonesian authorities are investigating a narcotics case linked to actor Revaldo, who recently underwent a mandatory medical examination. Police are simultaneously tracking down a suspected drug supplier connected to the investigation.

Indonesian police have arrested 72 individuals across nine regions suspected of starting forest fires. The arrests come as authorities continue to investigate the causes of widespread blazes, with some reports also highlighting challenges in firefighting efforts due to water shortages and strong winds.

Indonesian Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo confirmed that several perpetrators responsible for forest fires in Kalimantan have been arrested.

Indonesian police are investigating the death of a 33-year-old South African man whose body was discovered in an apartment room in Bandung.

A Malaysian pilot was arrested in Indonesia after landing a flight with 70,000 ecstasy pills, and is now facing a potential death penalty for drug smuggling charges.

Indonesian police have arrested dozens of protesters following a violent rally against President Prabowo Subianto’s policies in Surabaya, Indonesia's second-largest city.
Indonesian police have raided an online gambling center in Batam that was reportedly earning Rp10 billion (approximately $714,000 USD) per month. The operation targeted the illicit gambling activities in the region.
Indonesian police have arrested 321 foreign nationals as part of an operation targeting banned online gambling activities across the country.
Indonesian police have filed charges against 13 individuals in connection with an abuse case at a daycare center.

Two Brazilian men, aged 32 and 34, have been identified by Indonesian police as suspects in the fatal stabbing of a Dutchman on Bali.
Indonesian police are actively searching for two individuals in connection with the murder of a Dutch tourist in Bali, as investigations into the incident continue.
Indonesian police are actively searching for a former local head of Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) in connection with a church fraud case amounting to Rp 28 billion.
Indonesian police are searching for four individuals involved in an acid attack that severely injured an activist critical of the military's increasing role in government.
Tempo.co reports on the issue of deep-rooted corruption within the police force in Indonesia.

Indonesian police confirmed through DNA tests that dismembered human remains found on Bali's east coast belong to kidnapped Ukrainian citizen Igor Komarov.
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Indonesian police detained an Australian national following reports of an indecent public act committed on the popular tourist island of Bali.

Lumajang district police have deployed personnel to assist in battling a forest and land fire erupting on Mount Semeru in East Java, Indonesia.

Law enforcement in North Sumatra is tracking a narcotics syndicate that allegedly used a tow truck to smuggle 15 kilograms of methamphetamine.

Law enforcement agencies in Indonesia have revealed a newly discovered method for circulating Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol narcotics, launching investigations into the emerging drug trade.
Indonesian police have named 72 suspects in connection with land fires in Kalimantan, as part of a crackdown on illegal land burning. This action aims to address the persistent issue of haze-causing fires in the region.

Police in West Kotawaringin District, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, have pledged to intensify their efforts to crack down on forest and land burning activities.

Indonesian police are investigating five human trafficking cases involving 'mail-order bride' schemes, uncovering a trafficking ring with ties to China.

Indonesian police are investigating the unexplained death of a man reported to have managed the household of detained former anti-corruption prosecutor Febrie Adriansyah, adding scrutiny to a sensitive case.

Authorities on Indonesia's Bali island foiled an attempt to illegally trade 21 protected green sea turtles, seizing the live animals during a raid on the Pegametan coast on June 10.

Indonesian police have named a mountain guide as a suspect in the deaths of three hikers on Mount Dukono, alleging negligence. The incident occurred during a hike, leading to a criminal investigation.

Indonesian police arrested 321 foreigners, predominantly Vietnamese, during a major crackdown on banned online gambling operations in Jakarta. The arrests were made as authorities targeted a large gambling syndicate operating from an office building.

Indonesian police have charged 13 individuals in connection with a daycare abuse scandal in Yogyakarta. The charges follow the discovery of 53 children allegedly tied up, neglected, and abused at the facility.
Indonesian police are investigating the fatal stabbing of a Dutch man in Bali. The incident has prompted a criminal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of the foreign national.
Police in Indonesia have successfully intercepted and thwarted significant drug shipments across Riau and Central Java provinces, preventing illegal narcotics from reaching their destinations.

Indonesian police in Bali have detained three Europeans, including two French nationals and an Italian, on accusations of producing and distributing illegal pornographic content.

Indonesian police have arrested the captain of a ship that sank with a Valencian family on board, accusing him of negligence resulting in death.
Indonesian police have identified body parts found on a Bali beach as belonging to a Ukrainian tourist who was reportedly kidnapped.
Indonesian police have confiscated 142 billion Rupiah in proceeds linked to online gambling operations, as part of a crackdown on illegal activities.
Indonesian police are investigating the death of a 12-year-old boy who was allegedly abused by his stepmother.