KPK Investigates Allegations of Ministry of Transportation Officials Receiving Gratuities

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is actively investigating claims that multiple officials within the Ministry of Transportation accepted gratuities. The probe centers on alleged corruption linked to the construction and maintenance of railway lines under the Directorate General of Railways (DJKA).

As part of this investigation, the KPK recently questioned two civil servant witnesses: Iman Sukandar and Benny Nurdin Yusuf. The questioning took place at the KPK's Red and White Building. Budi Prasetyo, a KPK spokesperson, confirmed that the witnesses provided testimony regarding alleged gratuities received by individuals within the Ministry of Transportation, specifically from the Head of the Land Transportation Management Center.

“

All witnesses were present, continuing the examination from yesterday. Investigators sought information regarding alleged receipts by parties at the Ministry of Transportation, from the Head of the Land Transportation Management Center.

The investigation is focusing on potential violations of Article 12B of the Anti-Corruption Law. This article stipulates that any gratuity received by a public official is considered a bribe if it is related to their position and conflicts with their duties. For gratuities valued at Rp10 million or more, the burden of proof lies with the recipient to demonstrate it was not a bribe. For lesser amounts, the prosecution must prove it was a bribe.

This development follows the KPK's recent transfer of the case file for suspect Sudewo, a former member of the House of Representatives and former Regent of Pati. Sudewo is suspected of extortion against prospective village officials and accepting fees related to the railway projects at DJKA. He is set to be tried at the Corruption Crimes Court.

“

This examination is related to Article 12B.