Lawyer Claims Ex-Indonesian Official Unaware of Seized Gold, Cash

The lawyer for former Indonesian Deputy Attorney General Febrie Adriansyah has asserted that his client was unaware of the 74 kilograms of gold and millions in foreign currency seized from a residence in Sentul, Bogor Regency. The assets, including US$4.76 million, S$14.08 million, and Rp100 million, were discovered during a police search of a property connected to Adriansyah.

“

Febrie has no knowledge of the gold and money. The household assistant is also no longer paid by Febrie. The house has been used by Don Ritto.

Adriansyah resigned from his position following allegations of corruption and money laundering. His lawyer, Hotman Paris Hutapea, stated that the house was a gift from Adriansyah's in-laws and had been used by another individual, Don Ritto. Hutapea emphasized that Adriansyah denied any knowledge of the seized cash and gold before his resignation.

Febrie Adriansyah is reportedly implicated in an investigation concerning the handling of the Indonesian Armed Forces Social Insurance Company (Asabri) case between 2020 and 2024. The investigation involves state officials and individuals within the state apparatus.

“

As for the money, I have explained that the items found have owners, activities, and people carrying out those activities. That can also be investigated. There are also construction activities that can be checked.

While Adriansyah acknowledged ownership of the house, he has explained that the discovered items belong to others involved in various activities, including construction. Meanwhile, Don Ritto's lawyer denied any connection between Ritto and the seized assets, stating that Ritto had managed the house since 2023 for a foundation's operational needs. The lawyer declined to name the foundation but indicated the funds were for its interests.

“

In 2024, Mr. Idon [Don Ritto] requested permission to build the functional safe to store valuable items because there would be many foundation activities there.