Jakarta Police Deny External Interference in Roy Suryo and Doctor Tifa Case

Jakarta Metropolitan Police have transferred two suspects in the case of alleged defamation involving former President Joko Widodo’s academic credentials to the prosecutor’s office. The handover of Roy Suryo and Tifauziah Tyassuma, known as Doctor Tifa, took place on Monday, 22 June 2026, following their arrest and detention on Friday, 19 June 2026.

Director of General Criminal Investigation at Jakarta Metropolitan Police, Senior Commissioner Iman Imanuddin, stated that the arrest and entire investigation process were carried out in strict accordance with prevailing legal procedures. He emphasised that investigators consistently adhered to the Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP).

‘We can confirm that all stages conducted by investigators from the General Criminal Investigation Directorate of Jakarta Metropolitan Police have complied with KUHAP procedures,’ he said at police headquarters on Monday.

Imanuddin also firmly denied any external intervention in the handling of the case. He suggested that if any interference occurred, it was more likely to be attempts by certain parties to obstruct or disrupt the investigation process. ‘If there was intervention, it would be more accurately described as attempts to hinder, disturb, or obstruct the investigation process,’ he stated.

He assured that the police remained independent and continued the investigation based solely on the provisions outlined in the KUHAP. ‘Regarding any efforts, or as you may have seen or heard, including from a former official who still acts as if they hold office, we remain guided by the KUHAP which regulates the investigation process,’ he added.

Imanuddin called on all parties to respect the ongoing legal process and urged against building provocative narratives on social media. He noted that all procedures have clear boundaries, and if any party feels there are irregularities, they can utilise available legal mechanisms such as a pre-trial motion. Furthermore, if there are suspicions or allegations regarding the conduct of investigators, an internal supervisory body exists which can be used by all parties to monitor and control the investigation process.