Langkat Regent Syah Afandin Detained by KPK for Alleged Rp1.2 Billion Bribery
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- The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has detained Langkat Regent Syah Afandin on suspicion of accepting bribes.
- Afandin allegedly received Rp1.2 billion in bribes for projects in the Langkat Education Office and Rp3.5 billion in gratifications.
- KPK seized cash, foreign currency totaling approximately Rp1.22 billion, and platinum ingots as evidence.
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has detained Syah Afandin, the Regent of Langkat, following his designation as a suspect in a bribery case. The allegations center on illicit dealings related to projects within the Langkat Regency Government for the 2025–2026 period.
According to the KPK, Afandin is suspected of accepting a bribe amounting to Rp1.2 billion. This sum was allegedly received in exchange for facilitating projects within the Langkat Regency's Education Office. In addition to the bribe, he is also accused of receiving gratifications totaling Rp3.5 billion.
During the investigation, the KPK confiscated substantial evidence. This includes cash and foreign currency valued at approximately Rp1.22 billion. Furthermore, dozens of platinum ingots, believed to be connected to the case, were also seized. The detention and seizure of assets underscore the ongoing efforts by the KPK to combat corruption in Indonesia.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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