PDIP Politician Ono Surono Speaks Out After His Residence is Searched by KPK
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Indonesian politician Ono Surono, Deputy Speaker of the West Java DPRD, has addressed the recent searches of his residences by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK).
- The searches are related to a corruption case involving the non-active Bekasi Regent, Ade Kuswara Kunang, with investigators seizing evidence from Surono's homes.
- Surono maintains that no funds were channeled to his political party or himself, and he respects the ongoing legal process.
West Java's political landscape is currently under scrutiny as PDIP politician Ono Surono, who also serves as the Deputy Speaker of the West Java Regional People's Representative Council (DPRD), has spoken out following searches of his residences by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK).
My focus from the beginning until now remains consistent that there are no funds channeled to the party or to me.
The KPK's investigation is linked to alleged corruption involving the non-active Bekasi Regent, Ade Kuswara Kunang. During the searches conducted in Bandung and Indramayu, investigators reportedly collected documents and money, signaling a significant development in the case.
Intinya menghormati betul apa yang proses hukum dilakukan KPK. Sebagai warga negara yang baik menghormati dan kita akan lihat seperti apa.
Speaking after a development planning meeting, Surono firmly stated his consistent position: "My focus from the beginning until now remains consistent that there are no funds channeled to the party or to me." He emphasized his respect for the legal proceedings and affirmed that his name has not been mentioned in court proceedings or indictment documents.
Ada nama saya nggak, nggak, ya udah kalau nggak ada.
From an Indonesian perspective, the KPK's actions are a critical part of the ongoing fight against corruption. While Surono asserts his innocence and cooperation, the situation highlights the intense focus on public officials and the rigorous legal processes designed to ensure accountability. The media, like Republika, reports these developments factually, allowing the public to follow the investigation's progress and the statements made by those involved.
Dalam lanjutan penyidikan perkara dugaan tindak pidana korupsi terkait suap ijon proyek di lingkungan Pemerintah Kabupaten Bekasi, hari ini Rabu, penyidik melakukan penggeledahan di rumah ONS, yang merupakan Anggota DPRD Provinsi Jawa Barat.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.