Police arrest two students for synthetic tobacco distribution in South Jakarta

Authorities in South Jakarta have arrested two university students suspected of distributing synthetic tobacco. The suspects, identified as B, 20, and F, 19, allegedly utilized digital platforms to facilitate their drug trafficking activities.

Komisaris Indah Hartatiningrum, head of Sub-unit 1 of the Jakarta Metropolitan Police's Narcotics Directorate, stated that the arrests followed public tips regarding synthetic tobacco distribution via social media. An initial investigation led to the apprehension of B in the Jagakarsa area.

A search of B's room uncovered 20 plastic clips containing approximately 415.91 grams of synthetic tobacco and two mobile phones. B reportedly told investigators that the synthetic tobacco belonged to F, his cousin. Acting on this information, police apprehended F in Lenteng Agung.

From F, officers seized four synthetic cigarette sticks, weighing approximately 7.26 grams. F admitted to conducting drug transactions through his Instagram account. Police also confiscated digital scales and communication devices belonging to the suspects. The individuals and evidence were taken to the Narcotics Directorate for further investigation.