KPK Searches Nine Locations in Sukoharjo Bribery Case, Seizes Cash and Jewellery

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has conducted searches at nine locations in Sukoharjo, Central Java, over two days, seizing electronic evidence, documents, cash, and jewellery. The operation is part of an investigation into alleged extortion within the Sukoharjo Regency Government involving non-active Regent Etik Suryani.

KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo confirmed the searches took place on Tuesday and Wednesday. The investigation aims to gather evidence related to the practice of demanding regular payments from Regional Apparatus Organisations (OPD). Initial findings suggest that funds from various agencies were collected quarterly through a trusted intermediary.

KPK suspects Etik Suryani continued a practice previously carried out by her husband during his time as regent. The alleged scheme involved deductions from civil servant incentive payments and routine deposits from regional agencies. Etik Suryani was caught in a sting operation on 9 July 2026, during which the KPK seized cash and precious metals worth Rp21.2 billion. She was named a suspect on 11 July 2026, alongside the head of BPKAD and the head of general affairs for the Sukoharjo Regency Secretariat.