Police Intervene Regarding The Issue Of Buying And Selling The Langtigiang Island For IDR 900 Million

JAKARTA - Netizens were shocked by the news of buying and selling islands. This time, the Lantigian Island in Takabonereta District, Selayar Islands, South Sulawesi was reportedly sold for IDR 900 million.

The police immediately investigate the issue. Police received a report that Lantingiang Island was sold by residents who claimed to be the owner of the island of their family descendants.

"Yes, it is true that we are currently investigating and we have visited the scene, taking statements from several witnesses", said Selayar Police Chief Temmangnganro Machmud when asked for confirmation, Saturday, January 30.

He explained that there had been sale and purchase transactions, even the Lantigiang Island had been paid by Down Payment. "There has been a transaction, but only IDR 10 million was paid.

The police said that they would investigate the alleged case of selling the Lantigiang Island completely. Including related parties who claim to own the Island and sell it.

"What is certain is that if there are parties who get scammed or falsify the land certificate, we will carry out a maximum investigation until the investigation is complete", he said.

The Lantigiang Island itself is part of the Taka Bonerate National Park, Selayar Islands. The island is uninhabited and is 15 minutes from Jinato Island. This island is also a location for turtles to lay their eggs.