KPK Probes Pacitan Businessman, Examines Evidence in Ponorogo Case

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is intensifying its investigation into alleged money laundering and gratification in the Ponorogo Regency, East Java. The KPK is scrutinizing financial flows and banking documents as part of its probe, which includes examining evidence gathered from the recent search of a businesswoman's residence.

Citra Yulia Mergareta, a businesswoman from Pacitan, and 12 other witnesses, including local government officials and private sector employees, were questioned. The KPK is specifically looking into alleged illicit money transfers and banking records involving various individuals and civil servants. Investigators are also confirming findings from recent searches related to the case.

“

All witnesses were present. Investigators are delving into alleged money flows from account mutations and banking documents of several parties, both private and civil servants.

Among those questioned were officials from the Ponorogo Health Office, the Regional Secretariat's procurement division, and a local hospital administrator. The investigation stems from earlier probes into alleged bribery and gratification involving the Regent of Ponorogo, Sugiri Sancoko. Sancoko is currently facing trial for allegedly receiving Rp1.85 billion in bribes and Rp5.57 billion in gratification related to his position.

The KPK has issued two investigation orders to further develop the case, indicating a broad scope in identifying those legally accountable. The ongoing investigation aims to uncover the full extent of the alleged corruption and bring all responsible parties to justice.

“

Witnesses were also confirmed on the results of the search activities last week.