The Regent Of Muna Examined By KPK Regarding The Development Of Alleged Regional PEN Bribery

JAKARTA - The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) investigated the Regent of Muna, Southeast Sulawesi, Laode Muhammad Rusman Emba. This investigation is related to the development of the alleged bribery of the National Economic Recovery Fund (PEN) in East Kolaka in 2021.

"The person concerned is currently present at the KPK's Red and White Building," said Acting KPK Spokesperson for Enforcement, Ali Fikri, in a written statement, Monday, June 20.

It has not been detailed what investigators investigated Rusman who was called as a witness.

"Investigation as a witness in the development of the bribery case for PEN funds in East Kolaka Regency," said Ali.

As previously reported, the KPK has developed a case of alleged bribery of PEN funds. A new suspect has been named but who they are has not been revealed.

The determination of the suspect was carried out in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. There are two pieces of evidence that are sufficient to ensnare them.

However, the announcement of the suspects will be made at a press conference that coincides with the forced detention.

Rusman is actually scheduled to be questioned on Wednesday, June 15. However, he was not present so investigators rescheduled.

In this case, a number of witnesses have been examined. They have been asked for information, including the participation of related parties in managing PEN funds which led to the practice of bribery.

This has been investigated from several witnesses for some time, namely the former Head of the East Kolaka Research and Development Bappeda Mustakim Darwis; Bangwil staff of BAPPEDA R & D Kab. Kolaka Timur Harisman; honorary in the General Section of the East Kolaka Regency Government, Hermawansyah; Director of PT Muria Wajo Mandiri Mujeri Dachri Muchlis; and an entrepreneur named Syahrir alias Erik.