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| Blora Youth Group Leader Named Suspect in Fake Industrial Diesel Fuel Project Worth Rp.333 Million Rupiah. |
In a surprising turn of events from Central Java, the head of a local youth organization has been named a suspect in a fake project scam involving industrial diesel fuel. MJ (44), who serves as the chairman of Pemuda Pancasila (PP) in Blora, was arrested on May 17, 2025, after being linked to a fraudulent fuel supply scheme that reportedly caused a loss of Rp333 million (roughly $21,000 USD).
The arrest was confirmed by Central Java Police's Director of General Criminal Investigation, Commissioner Dwi Subagio, on Monday, May 19, 2025. According to him, the case began after a report was filed by a local resident from Kradenan, Blora, on May 11, 2025.
So, what happened?
Apparently, MJ convinced the victim that he could help arrange the procurement of industrial diesel fuel by claiming he was a representative of a well-known company. He even promised fuel deliveries would begin shortly, as long as the victim made an initial deposit.
But here’s the catch: the company MJ mentioned had already shut down back in 2022. That’s right — he used a defunct business to make the whole setup seem legit.
Between August and September 2022, the victim was persuaded to transfer a significant amount of money for what they thought was a promising fuel delivery deal. Sadly, that delivery never came, and the money vanished.
Investigators have also arrested another individual, WH (45), believed to have worked with MJ to gain the victim’s trust. Both are now facing legal charges under Article 378 of the Indonesian Criminal Code for fraud and Article 382 for embezzlement.
This incident serves as a strong reminder for everyone to double-check any business offers, especially those that seem too good to be true. Always verify who you’re dealing with and confirm the legitimacy of the companies involved. A quick background check can go a long way in protecting your money.
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