JAKARTA A woman with the initials J was arrested by the police after being suspected of committing fraud with a low-cost food sales mode that harmed a number of residents of Banjar Wijaya Cluster Grassia, Cipete, Pinang, Tangerang City. This fraudulent act was revealed on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
The Tangerang City Metro Police Chief, Kombes Pol Zain Dwi Nugroho, revealed that the perpetrators offered basic food prices that were much cheaper than the market to attract residents' interest. However, after the payment was made, the promised basic necessities were never sent to the victims.
"The method is that the perpetrators always convey to the victims to be patient because the basic necessities will be sent soon. However, for months, the goods never arrive," said Zain in his official statement, Monday (21/4/2025).
Zain explained, until now there are six victims who reported on the alleged fraud. They have the initials PA, RW, VT, DS, SGS, and NC. One of the victims is known to have been tempted by the first offer of cheap prices and started placing orders since December 2024, with an initial value of Rp. 17,150,000.
"Initially the delivery went smoothly. However, from January to March 2025, the victim again ordered basic necessities in the form of cooking oil and sugar with a total value of Rp. 387,055,000, but the goods were never sent," explained Zain.
The Perpetrator's Husband Was Also Examined
During the investigation, the police also secured a number of evidences, including the contents of a WhatsApp conversation between the victim and the suspect containing an ordering transaction. The police have also summoned the suspect's husband, IDR, to be examined because his account was allegedly used as a destination for the transfer of funds from the victims.
"The perpetrator's husband, IDR, has been summoned for questioning regarding the flow of funds from the victim to his account," added Zain.
Reports related to this case have been registered with the number: LP/B/418/III/2025/SPKT/Polres Metro Tangerang City/Polda Metro Jaya, dated March 27, 2025.
Currently, suspect J has been officially named a suspect and charged with Article 378 in conjunction with Article 372 of the Criminal Code concerning fraud and embezzlement, with a maximum penalty of five years in prison.
"We urge the public to be more alert to product offers at prices far below the market. Ensure the legality of the seller and the track record of his business," Zain concluded.
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