Penukal Abab Lematang Ilir, KOTABARI.COM – The Special Criminal Investigation Team of the District Attorney’s Office (Kejari) in PALI District has designated a suspect in a corruption case related to the disbursement of People’s Business Credit (KUR) funds in 2020. The suspect in question is identified by the initials PS, a former official at the state-owned Bank (BUMN) Branch in PALI District.
According to Agung Arifianto, the Head of PALI District Attorney’s Office, PS was named a suspect following investigations into alleged irregularities that resulted in a state loss of Rp 1.8 billion. M Ridho, the Intelligence Division Head of Kejari PALI, confirmed the suspect’s designation.
Initially summoned as a witness on Monday (22/4/2024), PS’s status was upgraded to that of a suspect after further examination by the Investigative Team of Kejari PALI. Findings from expert audits revealed that out of the total KUR funds amounting to Rp 2.6 billion managed by PS, a significant portion was diverted for fish pond investment and for purposes not in accordance with regulations.
M Ridho explained that PS’s modus operandi involved diverting KUR funds for personal gain, which were originally intended for community business development. This contravenes legal provisions stipulated in Law number 31 of 1999 concerning the eradication of corruption crimes.
Following the suspect designation, PS was immediately detained based on an arrest warrant issued by the PALI District Attorney’s Office. He will undergo a 20-day detention period at the Class II B Muara Enim Penitentiary.
This case underscores the commitment of the PALI District Attorney’s Office in combating corruption and upholding justice for the benefit of the state and society.