KPK Confirms Will Take Action On TNI Soldiers Who Help Escape The Regent Of Central Mamberamo

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JAKARTA - The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) will take action against anyone who helped the Regent of Central Mamberamo Ricky Ham Pagawak escape, including members of the TNI. Anyone will be subject to criminal sanctions.

KPK Deputy Chair Alexander Marwata said those who helped Ricky escape to Papua New Guinea could be subject to Article 21 of the Anti-Corruption Law.

"Anyone, not only from the TNI, anyone who protects a person who has been named a suspect and runs away is in the formula, whoever interferes in the investigation, prosecution, or examination process in court can be subject to legal sanctions," Alexander told reporters in Jakarta. Jakarta, Tuesday, August 2nd.

Alexander said his party would also coordinate with other law enforcement officers, including the TNI. He warned that no one else should help Ricky escape.

"Don't let any party try to protect an individual or even a suspect who is wanted by law enforcement officials. The direction is there. So that there are strict sanctions for those who protect," he said.

As previously reported, the KPK continues to investigate allegations of bribery and gratification in Central Mamberamo, Papua. Several witnesses have been called and searches have been carried out.

However, in the middle of the process, Ricky, who had not been announced as a suspect, ran away. He is said to have fled to Papua New Guinea by way of a rat with the help of a number of parties, including an aide and two members of the TNI.

Regarding the assistance provided by the TNI, the KPK said it had sent a letter to the Army Chief of Staff (KSAD) to coordinate to examine the two members. Moreover, based on information circulating, a TNI soldier holds the rank of Dandim.

The KPK confirmed that it would continue to pursue Ricky. They did everything they could, including inviting people who knew Ricky's whereabouts to report to the 198 call center or inform the police.