# crime

153 Chinese Nationals Deported from Batam over Romance Scam Allegations

To transport the suspects, three aircraft operated by China Southern Airlines arrived at Hang Nadim International Airport in Batam.
News Sep 20, 2023 | 10:35 pm

Jakarta Police Begin Questioning Suspected Talents in Pornographic Video Ring

Among them is Virly, who has amassed a significant number of followers on her Instagram account with posts intended for adult audiences.
News Sep 19, 2023 | 3:30 pm

Indonesian Navy Thwarts People Smuggling Attempt to Malaysia in High-Speed Boat Chase

Preliminary investigations suggest that the smuggling operation aimed to transport 14 Indonesian workers to Malaysia.
News Sep 17, 2023 | 1:15 pm

Ferdy Sambo Transferred to Cibinong Prison

Ferdy's wife, Putri Candrawathi, was transferred from Pondok Bambu Women’s Prison in Jakarta to Tangerang Women’s Prison in Banten.
News Sep 12, 2023 | 3:33 pm

Five Detained in Jakarta for Production and Distribution of Pornographic Videos

The covert adult content industry involved a total of 12 female performers and five male performers.
News Sep 11, 2023 | 8:34 pm

Mario Dandy Gets 12-Year Prison Sentence, Ordered to Pay Victim Rp 25B

The judges determined that there were no mitigating factors to warrant leniency for the defendant.
News Sep 7, 2023 | 3:20 pm

Police Arrest 42 Chinese Nationals Accused of Romance Scams

These arrests occurred just eight days after the police detained 88 Chinese citizens in Batam on similar charges.
News Sep 6, 2023 | 10:42 pm

31 Suspects Arrested for Operating Online Gambling Sites

The 31 suspects all had different jobs. Some were the team leaders, while the others were the telemarketers.
News Aug 31, 2023 | 9:30 am

Couple Jailed for Producing Pornographic Video

Anisa Hardiyanti, the female participant in the video titled "Kebaya Merah" (Red Kebaya), received a one-year prison sentence.
News Aug 29, 2023 | 10:45 pm

Three Soldiers Accused of Kidnapping Man for Ransom and Murdering Him

Imam Masykur, 25, died after being tortured by his kidnappers who demanded a ransom of Rp 50 million (approx. $3,200).
News Aug 29, 2023 | 2:47 pm

Supreme Court Explains Reasons Behind Commutation of Ferdy Sambo's Death Sentence

The Supreme Court included Ferdy Sambo's 30-year spell with the National Police as one of the mitigating factors.
News Aug 28, 2023 | 10:14 pm

Mario Dandy Apologizes to Victim, Father after Facing 12-Year Imprisonment

Prosecutors have proposed a prison sentence of 12 years for Mario, coupled with a restitution of Rp 120 billion to be paid to the victim.
News Aug 22, 2023 | 4:15 pm

Jakarta Police Uncover Arms Trade Syndicate

This syndicate is accused of facilitating the sale of firearms to militants and other buyers through covert transactions,
News Aug 22, 2023 | 1:33 am

Prosecutors Demand 12-Year Sentence for Mario Dandy

Prosecutors said the assault on February 20 was premeditated and led to the victim, David Ozora, suffering brain damage
News Aug 15, 2023 | 1:50 pm

Man Arrested for Selling Internet Banking Customers' Data to Dark Website

Police said the motivation behind the breach of personal data was financial gain and a desire for retribution against his former employers.
News Aug 14, 2023 | 5:16 pm

30 Miss Universe Indonesia Contestants Report Sexual Abuse: Lawyer

Mellisa said that none of the contestants were informed beforehand about the explicit photo session.
News Aug 9, 2023 | 7:10 pm

Ferdy Sambo’s Death Sentence Commuted to Life Imprisonment

Three other defendants in the murder case also had their prison sentences reduced by the Supreme Court.
News Aug 8, 2023 | 9:54 pm

Miss Universe Indonesia Contestant Reports Alleged Sexual Abuse by Organizers

Finalists were reportedly subjected to strip naked for a "body checking" and photo session.
News Aug 7, 2023 | 7:23 pm

5 Ancol Security Guards Named Suspects over Visitor’s Death

The victim was subjected to torture by a group of at least five security guards over a theft allegation, resulting in his death.
News Aug 3, 2023 | 10:45 pm

Police Hand Child Molestation Case against Mario Dandy to Prosecutors

Mario, 20, is accused of molesting his underage girlfriend, identified by initials AG, 15, and could face 15 years in prison.
News Aug 3, 2023 | 2:25 pm