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Indonesian Authorities Seize 6,000 EMMO Electric Motorcycles

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • The Indonesian Attorney General's Office has seized approximately 6,000 electric motorcycles from the EMMO brand.
  • The seizure occurred at a warehouse in Sentul, Bogor, West Java, on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
  • The action was taken by the Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes (Jampidsus).

Indonesia's Attorney General's Office has taken a significant enforcement action, seizing around 6,000 electric motorcycles manufactured by EMMO. The operation was carried out on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at a warehouse located in the Sentul area of Bogor, West Java.

The seizure was executed by the Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes (Jampidsus), indicating the seriousness with which the authorities are treating this matter. The specific reasons for the seizure, such as alleged violations of regulations, intellectual property issues, or tax evasion, were not immediately detailed in the initial report.

This action highlights the government's efforts to regulate and oversee the growing market for electric vehicles in Indonesia. The EMMO brand motorcycles were found stored in a warehouse, suggesting they were either awaiting distribution or had been held there for some time. Further investigations are expected to clarify the circumstances leading to this large-scale confiscation.

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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.