Polda Metro Jaya Confirms Botok Pati's Account Can Be Reopened

Jakarta Metro Police Chief Commissioner General Asep Edi Suheri has assured that his institution upholds the principles of prudence and objectivity regarding the account of Supriyono, also known as Botok, an activist of the Pati Regency community movement. He confirmed that his staff moved quickly to request that Botok’s account be reopened.

“In this matter, Polda Metro Jaya understands that this issue has become a public concern. Therefore, every step is carried out with caution, objectivity, and professionalism while adhering to the presumption of innocence,” said Commissioner General Asep during a press conference at the House of Representatives (DPR), Senayan, Jakarta, on Wednesday (26/8/2026).

Asep stressed that his institution appreciates all input regarding the suspension of Botok’s account. He described it as part of maintaining public trust.

“We appreciate every input and oversight from the leadership and members of Commission III as an important part of maintaining professionalism, legal certainty, and public trust,” he said.

Therefore, he instructed his staff to immediately request the lifting of the transaction suspension on the account.

Meanwhile, Director of General Criminal Investigation of Polda Metro Jaya, Senior Commissioner Iman Imanuddin, also explained the account suspension. He assured that the measure was taken to protect Botok and his donors.

“In this case, colleagues, we are certainly making these efforts in order to provide protection and ensure that, firstly, the personal data of the donors as well as Mr Supriyono or Mr Botok is protected by the state and not used by irresponsible parties for unlawful purposes,” he explained.

“Secondly, to prevent any party from using that personal data for other interests,” he continued.

Iman said his team then examined the account. After the examination, Iman stated that his team has now requested that Botok’s account be reopened.

“We emphasise that after we confirmed with various parties related to the legal event, today we announce that the transaction suspension can now be lifted,” said Senior Commissioner Iman.

Bank Mandiri Reopens Botok’s Account Today

Previously, Bank Mandiri President Director Riduan assured that his institution would immediately reactivate the account of Supriyono, also known as Botok, Coordinator of the Pati United Community Alliance (AMPB). Riduan assured that Mandiri provides sound and prudent services.

“As a bank that serves customers with consequences regulated by law, we will follow up, Mr Director of Criminal Investigation, on what was conveyed earlier to immediately reactivate the account that was previously subject to a transaction suspension,” said Riduan during a press conference at the DPR, Senayan, Jakarta, on Wednesday (26/8/2026).

Riduan also apologised if there were any actions by his institution that were deemed inappropriate by the public. “Once again, we express our gratitude. We apologise if there was anything that was not well received,” he said.

Riduan also emphasised that Bank Mandiri will always uphold its mandate as a sound and prudent bank.

“We will always uphold the trust of customers and the public by conducting banking operations prudently, soundly, and providing the best service,” he said.