Sukoharjo Regent Arrested by KPK in Extortion Case

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) confirmed it conducted a sting operation in the Soloraya region of Central Java, leading to the arrest of five individuals, including the Regent of Sukoharjo, Etik Suryani. The operation took place on Friday, July 10, 2026.

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We confirm that the KPK conducted a closed investigation, and a sting operation occurred in the Soloraya region of Central Java.

KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo stated that the arrests were the result of a closed investigation. "We confirm that the KPK conducted a closed investigation, and a sting operation occurred in the Soloraya region of Central Java," Prasetyo said in a statement on Friday.

Following their initial apprehension, all five individuals were taken to the Surakarta Police Station for preliminary questioning before being transported to Jakarta for further investigation. The case reportedly centers on allegations of extortion, with the Regent of Sukoharjo accused of demanding money from regional officials within the Sukoharjo Regency.

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In this sting operation, the team apprehended a total of five people, one of whom is the Regent of Sukoharjo. The parties were then subjected to initial examination at the Surakarta Police Station, and this morning will be taken to Jakarta for further examination.

"The case is related to alleged extortion by the regent against regional officials in Sukoharjo Regency," Prasetyo added, confirming the nature of the charges. The KPK's operation underscores its ongoing efforts to combat corruption within local government structures across Indonesia.

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The case is related to alleged extortion by the regent against regional officials in Sukoharjo Regency.