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Sukoharjo Regent Arrested in Extortion Sting Operation
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Sukoharjo Regent Arrested in Extortion Sting Operation

From CNN Indonesia · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) arrested Sukoharjo Regent Etik Suryani in a sting operation related to alleged extortion.
  • The operation, conducted in the Soloraya region of Central Java, involved the arrest of five individuals, including the regent.
  • This marks the third time the KPK has conducted sting operations against regional heads in a short period.

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has arrested Sukoharjo Regent Etik Suryani in a sting operation (OTT) linked to allegations of extortion. The operation, which took place in the Soloraya region of Central Java on Thursday, July 9, 2026, resulted in the apprehension of five individuals, including the regent.

KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo confirmed that the case involves alleged extortion by the regent against regional officials in Sukoharjo Regency. The five individuals arrested are undergoing initial examination at the Surakarta City Police Station and will be transferred to Jakarta for further investigation. Under Indonesia's Criminal Procedure Code, the KPK has 1x24 hours to determine the legal status of those arrested.

This incident is the third sting operation targeting regional heads conducted by the KPK in close succession. Previously, the KPK processed the cases of Langkat Regent Syah Afandin in North Sumatra for alleged bribery related to projects in the Education and Public Housing and Settlements departments, and Kuantan Singingi (Kuansing) Regent Suhardiman Amby in Riau Province for alleged bribery for positions and gratification related to the release of limited production forest areas.

This matter is related to alleged extortion by the regent against regional officials in Sukoharjo Regency.

— Budi PrasetyoKPK Spokesperson, confirming the reason for the arrest.
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