Alexander Marwata Admits Meeting Eko Darmanto Talks About Alleged Corruption In Customs And Excise

Deputy Chairperson Of The KPK Alexander Marwata (ANTARA)

JAKARTA - Deputy Chairman of the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) Alexander Marwata said his meeting with Eko Darmanto in early 2023 did not discuss a gratification case that started with the public spotlight. The former Head of Customs and Excise actually reported allegations of corruption.

"The person concerned when he wanted to meet me acted as a reporter for the alleged corruption case that occurred in the agency he was working for," Alexander said when confirmed by reporters quoted on Thursday, October 10.

Alexander ensured that the meeting did not discuss Eko's case at the KPK. "And the meeting was with the knowledge of the other leadership and I was accompanied by two staff," he said.

"So where is the problem," continued Alexander.

Furthermore, Alexander admitted that he did not know about the news that Eko was privileged when he was present, such as using a leadership elevator or entering the KPK's Red and White Building through another door. "I don't know where the person concerned parked and used which elevator," he said.

Previously reported, KPK Deputy Chairman Alexander Marwata was policed regarding his alleged meeting with the former Yogyakarta Customs Chief Eko Darmanto. Polda Metro Jaya even called him for questioning on Friday, October 11.

Polda Metro Jaya said the meeting between the two was suspected to have occurred in March 2023. The investigation was carried out starting with a public complaint (dumas) which was then investigated.