KPK Denies Viral Photo of Money Linked to Immigration Official's Home Search

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has clarified that a widely circulated social media photograph depicting stacks of foreign currency does not stem from their recent search of former immigration official Silmy Karim's residence. KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo stated on Sunday, June 7, 2026, that the image, which shows neatly arranged banknotes, car keys, and a watch, was not part of the evidence gathered during the search.

The search of Karim's home in Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, on Friday, June 5, 2026, did yield significant seizures. Investigators collected two Porsche sports cars, ten Vespa and Harley-Davidson motorcycles, seven bicycles, and various jewelry. Additionally, they confiscated cash in Indonesian Rupiah and foreign currencies, including US dollars, Euros, and Japanese Yen.

These seized items are reportedly linked to an alleged extortion scheme involving the processing of temporary stay permits for foreign nationals. The KPK has named Silmy Karim and seven other officials from the Directorate General of Immigration as suspects in this case. The investigation reportedly stems from a prior case involving the Ministry of Manpower and concerns alleged illegal fees totaling Rp 357 billion collected from applicants between 2019 and 2025, with funds flowing through 96 bank accounts.