Police Apply Money Laundering Article In Nirina Zubir Land Mafia Case

DOK VOI

JAKARTA - The police have stated that they will impose an article on money laundering (TPPU) in the land mafia case with the victim Nirina Zubir. It is suspected that the suspect Riri Khasmita, a former household assistant to Nirina Zubir's family, used the proceeds of the crime for business capital.

"We cover (the land mafia case) with the Money Laundering Law," said Head of Sub-Directorate of Harda Ditreskrimum Polda Metro Jaya AKBP Petrus Silalahi when confirmed, Friday, November 19.

Riri is noted to have a culinary business or frozen food which is said to have several branches. Investigators will explore whether or not there is a connection.

"Well, for the flow of funds, we suspect that there must be some for business. But we have to talk about the facts," said Petrus.

"We suspect (there is money laundering offence). Investigators are still studying," he continued.

The investigation will also explore the proceeds of crime that Riri used for other things. For example the purchase of assets or so on.

"Later we will conclude whether to enter this capital fund or where to buy assets or what," said Petrus.

In this case, the police have named five suspects, one of whom is Riri Khasmita. She is a former assistant to Nirina Zubir's late mother.

Based on the investigation, Riri had sold and mortgaged the land belonging to Nirina Zubir's parents. As a result, Riri pocketed Rp7.4 billion of money.