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Garut Police Investigate Methamphetamine Distribution Network

From Republika · (6m ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Police in Garut, West Java, are investigating a methamphetamine (sabu) distribution network following the arrest of a suspect identified as GG.
  • The suspect was apprehended with 4.67 grams of methamphetamine and admitted to acting as an intermediary, receiving drugs for personal use and distribution.
  • Authorities are pursuing another individual, identified only as H, who allegedly supplied the drugs to GG, and are working to dismantle a larger drug trafficking ring.

The Garut Resort Police's Narcotics Unit is diligently working to unravel a significant methamphetamine distribution network operating within the region. The recent arrest of a suspect, identified by the initials GG, marks a crucial step in this ongoing investigation. GG was apprehended in Kampung Sumbersari, Kota Kulon, on Thursday night (April 23) with a substantial quantity of methamphetamine, weighing 4.67 grams, seized as evidence.

According to AKP Usep Sudirman, the Head of the Narcotics Unit, the police are committed to expanding their investigation to expose the full extent of this drug trafficking operation. "We are continuously developing the case to uncover a wider drug trafficking network," Sudirman stated. The unit's proactive patrols aim to prevent and combat the circulation and abuse of narcotics, psychotropic substances, and other dangerous addictive materials.

Kami masih terus melakukan pengembangan untuk mengungkap jaringan peredaran narkotika yang lebih luas.

— AKP Usep SudirmanStating the police's commitment to uncovering the full drug trafficking network.

During the recent search, a package of methamphetamine, already portioned into clear plastic bags, was discovered in GG's possession. Interrogation revealed that GG had been receiving methamphetamine from an individual known only as H, who is currently evading law enforcement. GG confessed to acting as an intermediary, responsible for storing and distributing the drugs within the Garut area. His compensation included cash payments and a portion of the drugs for his personal consumption.

"The perpetrator admitted to receiving methamphetamine several times since January 2026 and receiving payment in the form of money and some of the narcotics for personal use," Sudirman explained. GG and the confiscated evidence have been secured at the Garut Resort Police Headquarters for further legal proceedings. He faces charges under Article 114, Paragraph 1 of Law Number 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics, which carries a maximum penalty of 20 years imprisonment.

Pelaku mengaku telah beberapa kali menerima sabu sejak Januari 2026 dan mendapatkan imbalan berupa uang serta sebagian narkotika untuk dikonsumsi sendiri.

— AKP Usep SudirmanExplaining the suspect's role as an intermediary and his compensation.
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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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