KPK suspects Indonesian Audit Watch secretary of obstructing customs corruption probe

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) believes Iskandar Sitorus, secretary of the Indonesian Audit Watch (IAW), attempted to hinder an investigation into alleged corruption within the Directorate General of Customs and Excise. The KPK stated that Sitorus allegedly collected information and materials related to witness examinations in the case. "Witness IHS [Iskandar HP Sitorus] was present at the examination today, where investigators explored the witness's testimony regarding the alleged collection of information or examination materials in this case, which is suspected to be an attempt to obstruct the investigation process," said KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo. Prasetyo emphasized that investigators are continuing to examine the evidence to determine if the actions meet the criteria for violating Article 21 of the Corruption Eradication Law. Sitorus, questioned as a witness at the KPK building, stated he received a non-litigation power of attorney from John Field, head of Blueray Cargo, who is implicated in the case. This power of attorney, Sitorus explained, involved resolving issues outside of court, such as customer complaints and layoffs, as Blueray Cargo's workforce significantly decreased following the investigation. John Field is accused of bribing several officials at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise with Rp61 billion and luxury goods worth Rp1.8 billion.

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Witness IHS [Iskandar HP Sitorus] was present at the examination today, where investigators explored the witness's testimony regarding the alleged collection of information or examination materials in this case, which is suspected to be an attempt to obstruct the investigation process.