Indonesian KPK Investigates Regional Finance Head in Bupati's Bribery Case

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has summoned the Head of the Tulungagung Regional Financial and Asset Management Agency (BPKAD), Dwi Hary Subagyo, as part of its investigation into a bribery case. The probe centers on the non-active Bupati (Regent) of Tulungagung, Gatut Sunu Wibowo, and his alleged involvement in extortion and illicit fund reception.

Investigators are examining financial transactions and testimonies from various officials. Alongside Dwi Hary Subagyo, the KPK also questioned Tri Hadi Setowati, Head of Procurement for the Public Works and Spatial Planning Agency, and Hilman Faluthy from the East Java Representative Office of the Supreme Audit Agency. Two private individuals from PT Moderna Tehnik Perkasa were also summoned.

The case gained traction following the arrest of Gatut Sunu Wibowo and his aide, Dwi Yoga Ambal, on April 10, 2026. According to KPK Deputy for Enforcement and Execution Asep Guntur Rahayu, Gatut allegedly demanded a total of Rp 5 billion from 16 heads of regional work units (OPD). This demand was reportedly framed as a "share" for the allocation of additional budgets, with Gatut allegedly seeking up to 50% of the allocated funds even before they were disbursed.

Officials who failed to meet Gatut's demands were reportedly pressured, likened to debtors. The KPK stated that Gatut had already received Rp 2.7 billion of the demanded Rp 5 billion. This money was allegedly used for personal expenses, including purchasing items, medical treatments, and hosting guests. Some funds were also reportedly used for holiday bonuses (THR) for regional leaders.