Police: Security Guards Witnessed Search of Roy Suryo's Home

Authorities in Indonesia have confirmed that security guards were present and witnessed the search of the home belonging to Roy Suryo, a suspect accused of using fake diplomas. The Head of the Legal Division of the Jakarta Metropolitan Police, Commissioner General Abrianto Pardede, stated that the security personnel not only observed the search but also signed the warrant, providing evidence of the procedure's legitimacy. Pardede emphasized that the presence of an external witness, such as a housing complex security guard, is a standard procedure during forced searches, arrests, or other coercive measures. This statement comes amid a pre-trial motion filed by Suryo's legal team, which challenges the search, arrest, and detention. The legal team hopes the pre-trial will lead to a postponement of the main trial. Suryo was arrested on June 19, 2026, as part of an investigation into alleged fake diplomas, which has led to eight suspects being named. The police have since issued a stay of investigation for three of the suspects after they met with President Jokowi.

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The warrant was shown, he signed it. There is his signature, the evidence is there.