Mataram, Indonesia – Indonesian authorities have apprehended Ais Setiawati, a key figure in a major narcotics network led by Ko Erwin, in a coordinated operation with the National Police’s Criminal Investigation Unit (Bareskrim). The arrest, which took place on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), comes as part of a broader … Read more
Bima, Indonesia – The recent removal of AKBP Catur Erwin Setiawan from his position as Acting Chief of Police (Plh Kapolres) for Bima City has ignited scrutiny, resurfacing past allegations concerning his alleged past drug use. The swift change in leadership, just one week into AKBP Catur’s tenure, has prompted questions about the factors influencing … Read more
Jakarta – A former police chief has been dismissed from the Indonesian National Police (Polri) following an ethics review stemming from allegations of narcotics involvement and, separately, moral turpitude. AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro, formerly the Kapolres (Police Chief) of Bima City, was found to have committed violations during a hearing of the Polri’s Code of … Read more