Madura Customs Destroys Seized Goods, Prevents Potential State Losses of IDR 19.7 Billion
PAMEKASAN – Madura Customs held a destruction of goods belonging to the state (BMMN) resulting from enforcement operations on Thursday (30/7/2026).
“This is a form of transparency in carrying out our surveillance duties, as well as a manifestation of Customs’ commitment to eradicating the circulation of illegal goods, particularly illegal tobacco products,” said the Head of the Madura Customs Office, Novian Dermawan, in a statement on Monday (3/8/2026).
The goods destroyed were the result of Madura Customs enforcement operations that had been designated as BMMN and had received approval for destruction in accordance with applicable regulations.
The items comprised 21.7 million illegal cigarettes, 10 litres of illegal ethyl alcohol-containing beverages, and two mobile telephones. Overall, the destroyed goods were estimated to be worth Rp 29.3 billion and were estimated to have caused potential state revenue losses of Rp 19.7 billion.
“The destruction of the BMMN was carried out at PT Pratama Jatim Lestari in Mojokerto using methods adapted to the characteristics of the goods, so that they no longer hold any economic value and cannot be reused,” Novian explained.
He noted that the destruction was the result of synergy between Madura Customs and various relevant agencies in monitoring the circulation of illegal excisable goods.
According to Novian, the circulation of illegal cigarettes and alcoholic beverages not only affects state revenue but also creates unhealthy business competition and has the potential to harm the public.
The event was attended by representatives of the East Java I Customs Regional Office, the Pamekasan Regency Government, the 0826/Pamekasan Military District Command, the Pamekasan Resort Police, the Pamekasan District Attorney’s Office, and the Pamekasan District Court.
Also present were the V/4-3 Pamekasan Military Police Sub-Detachment, the Pamekasan State Wealth and Auction Service Office, and the Pamekasan Pratama Tax Service Office.
Novian emphasised that Madura Customs will continue to strengthen surveillance and collaboration with law enforcement, regional governments, and the public to suppress the circulation of illegal goods in the Madura region.
“We also urge the public not to buy, sell, or distribute illegal cigarettes, and to report any indications of customs and excise violations they may discover,” he asserted.