 |
| Police Bust 11 Kg Meth Trafficking Network from Sumatra, Three Suspects Arrested in Jakarta. |
The Jakarta Metropolitan Police have successfully uncovered a major drug trafficking operation involving methamphetamine. Officers from the Narcotics Directorate arrested three suspects linked to a network believed to originate from Sumatra. The suspects have been identified by their initials: S, D, and A.
According to AKBP Ade Candra, Head of Sub-Directorate 3 at the Narcotics Directorate, the arrest was made following a tip-off from the public regarding suspicious drug activity in the Beji area of Depok. Acting on this information, officers from Unit 4 of the Sub-Directorate 3 began surveillance and moved in around 11:00 PM local time.
“We initially arrested a man identified as S. After questioning him, we obtained further information about the location of additional narcotics,” said AKBP Ade on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
The investigation led officers to a rented room in Grogol Petamburan, West Jakarta, specifically on Jl. Perdana Kusuma. During the raid, two more suspects, D and A, were taken into custody. At the scene, officers discovered a black suitcase containing 11 large packages of methamphetamine, weighing a total of 11 kilograms.
In addition to the meth, police seized several other items believed to be used in the drug operation, including:
-
A digital scale
-
Large plastic clips
-
Several mobile phones
According to the police, the drugs are believed to have been smuggled from Sumatra and were intended for distribution across Jakarta and its surrounding areas.
“This meth was part of a larger distribution plan by a Sumatra-based network, targeting markets in Jakarta and nearby cities,” explained AKBP Ade.
Severe Penalties Await
Given the volume of drugs involved, the suspects could face extremely severe legal consequences under Indonesia’s Law No. 35 of 2009 on Narcotics. If found guilty, the accused may face life imprisonment or even the death penalty, depending on the court’s ruling.
Public Participation Matters
This operation was made possible thanks to a report from a concerned citizen, highlighting how important public vigilance is in the fight against drug crimes. The Jakarta Police urge residents to continue reporting any suspicious activity in their neighborhoods.
The seizure of 11 kilograms of meth in Jakarta highlights the ongoing threat of drug trafficking in Indonesia. It also demonstrates the commitment of law enforcement to dismantling drug networks. The public is encouraged to stay alert and support these efforts by reporting suspicious behavior. Combating drugs is not just the job of the police—it’s a collective responsibility to protect our communities and future generations.