Pair Steals Friend's Motorcycle in West Jakarta to Pay Rent

West Jakarta police have arrested two men, S (38) and H (40), for allegedly stealing a motorcycle in Tamansari. The stolen vehicle belonged to a close friend of suspect S, who reportedly exploited their relationship to borrow the motorcycle.

According to Kapolsek Metro Tamansari Kompol Bobby M. Zulfikar, suspect S initially borrowed the motorcycle from his friend. Before returning it, S allegedly tampered with the lock system using a specific tool, making it appear unusable. Subsequently, suspect H, who was waiting nearby, took the damaged motorcycle and fled.

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However, before returning it, the perpetrator first damaged the lock system using a certain tool, making the vehicle appear unusable.

The theft, which was reportedly planned quickly, involved a motorcycle valued at approximately 10 million Indonesian rupiah. The perpetrators sold the stolen vehicle, and police are currently investigating to identify the fence who purchased it. Zulfikar stated that the suspects admitted to committing the crime due to financial difficulties, needing the money to cover their living expenses and pay for their rented accommodation.

Both S and H have been detained at the Tamansari Metro Police station and are being processed for legal proceedings. They are charged under Article 477 of the Indonesian Criminal Code for aggravated theft, which carries a maximum penalty of over five years imprisonment.

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The background is the economic factor. From the examination, both perpetrators admitted to committing the act to meet living needs and pay for rent.