Banten Regional Police Inspect Alleged Subsidised Fuel Hoarding Site, Find Empty Drums

The Special Crimes Directorate of the Banten Regional Police inspected a site suspected of being a location for hoarding subsidised fuel on Jalan Lingkar Selatan, Citangkil, Cilegon City. However, police only found an empty space containing empty drums.

Banten Regional Police Head of Public Relations, Kombes Maruli Ahlies Hutapea, stated that officers initially received reports regarding a site suspected of being used for subsidised fuel hoarding. The police subsequently conducted an inspection using a drone to monitor the situation at the location.

“We conducted aerial monitoring using a drone, which was followed by a direct inspection of the site in question,” he said on Wednesday (30/09/2026).

Furthermore, Kombes Pol Maruli explained that from the results of the inspection on Monday (28/09), his team found 7 empty jerrycans, 10 empty drums, and 2 empty kempu containers.

During the inspection, the location appeared to be empty, and no individuals or activities were found.

“From the results of the inspection at the location, several containers such as jerrycans, drums, and kempu were found, but all were empty. We also did not find any people or activities at the site,” he explained.

Maruli urged the public not to hesitate to provide information to the police if they become aware of any suspected fuel misuse.

“If you become aware of suspected fuel misuse, please report it immediately to the police so that inspections and handling can be carried out in accordance with applicable regulations. The public can also contact the National Police Call Centre 110 to provide information or reports,” he concluded.