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Bantul Police Raid Illegal Liquor Warehouse, Seize Dozens of Bottles

From Republika · (2d ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Police in Bantul, Indonesia, raided a warehouse storing illegal alcoholic beverages, seizing dozens of bottles.
  • The operation targeted Outlet 23 in Tamantirto village, Kasihan sub-district, following public complaints about the illicit trade.
  • A 25-year-old man, identified as DAS, was arrested as the owner of the illegal liquor outlet.

In a decisive move against the illicit trade of alcohol, the Kasihan Police in Bantul have successfully dismantled a hidden warehouse operating as an unlicensed outlet for alcoholic beverages. This operation, codenamed Outlet 23 and located on Jalan Raya Bibis, Tamantirto village, represents a significant step in enforcing Bantul Regional Regulation No. 5 of 2025 concerning the control and supervision of alcoholic drinks. The raid, led by Kapolsek Kasihan AKP Bhayu Wijatmoko, was a direct response to mounting public unease regarding the proliferation of illegal liquor in the area. The police's swift action, following a thorough investigation prompted by community reports, culminated in the seizure of numerous bottles of various brands. The arrest of the outlet's owner, a 25-year-old man identified by the initials DAS, underscores the authorities' commitment to eradicating illegal activities that disrupt community peace and safety. This enforcement action sends a clear message that the illegal sale and storage of alcohol will not be tolerated within Bantul.

Around 9:00 PM WIB, the team moved to the location of Outlet 23 on Jalan Raya Bibis. The check revealed dozens of bottles of various brands of liquor stored illegally or without a valid permit.

— Iptu Rita HidayantoKasi Humas Polres Bantul, detailing the findings of the raid.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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