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Jakarta Police Investigate Death of Man Linked to Former Deputy Attorney General

From Tempo · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Police in Jakarta are investigating the death of Sutrimo, a 42-year-old man found dead on July 23, 2026.
  • Sutrimo reportedly worked as a household head for a former Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes, Febrie Adriansyah.
  • Investigators are gathering witness statements and medical records to determine the cause of death, urging the public to avoid speculation.

Jakarta police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Sutrimo, a 42-year-old man from Central Java, who was found deceased on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not yet concluded the cause of death.

Because the process is still ongoing, we cannot yet conclude the cause of death.

โ€” Budi HermantoThe Head of Public Relations for the Jakarta Metropolitan Police stated that the investigation into Sutrimo's death is still underway and no conclusions have been reached.

According to preliminary information, Sutrimo was the head of household at the residence of Febrie Adriansyah, the former Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes. On the day of his death, Sutrimo reportedly complained of feeling unwell to a colleague and requested to be taken to a nearby clinic. While at the clinic, he allegedly began vomiting foam.

His colleague then called for an ambulance. However, by the time emergency services arrived, Sutrimo had already passed away. Police are meticulously collecting statements from family members, ambulance drivers, hospital staff, and other individuals who may have relevant information. They are also examining medical records and details related to the ambulance booking and the location where Sutrimo was found.

Still being investigated.

โ€” Budi HermantoPolice are exploring potential connections Sutrimo may have had with other parties.

Authorities are also exploring any potential connections Sutrimo may have had with other individuals, including the former high-ranking official. The clinic where Sutrimo was taken is reportedly no longer in operation and has been closed for some time. Police are urging the public to refrain from speculation and to await verified information from the investigation.

We will convey the developments of the investigation results after obtaining facts that can be accounted for.

โ€” Budi HermantoThe Jakarta police urged the public to avoid speculation and promised to release verified information as the investigation progresses.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.