PPATK Urges Prosecution of Subsidised Fuel-LPG Misuse Perpetrators under Money Laundering Laws

The Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (PPATK) is urging that cases of subsidised fuel oil (BBM) and LPG misuse be handled not only as primary criminal offences but also developed into money laundering (TPPU) cases. PPATK Deputy for Eradication, Danang Tri Hartono, views this step as crucial for creating a deterrent effect while maximising the recovery of state losses. “We are also pushing for the disclosure of such cases through money laundering. This is to provide a deterrent effect for the perpetrators and to maximise assets, asset forfeiture for returning state losses,” said Danang during a press conference at Bhayangkara Field, National Police Headquarters, South Jakarta, on Tuesday (7/4/2026). Danang stated that his side is ready to trace the flow of funds from these illegal practices. This effort is expected to uncover involved parties along with broader networks. “PPATK will proactively and reactively collaborate with Bareskrim and all regional police commands, first in uncovering new cases,” explained Danang. “Secondly, of course, related to tracing fund flows to uncover related parties or their networks,” he continued. Danang stated that the misuse of energy subsidies not only harms the public but also significantly impacts state finances. Therefore, he continued, the TPPU approach is deemed effective for maximally ensnaring perpetrators through asset seizure and forfeiture. “Then, of course, related to assets purchased from the execution of criminal acts within the known time frame,” said Danang. In implementation, PPATK will collaborate with Bareskrim Polri and regional police units in uncovering new cases or developing existing ones. Additionally, cross-sectoral cooperation also involves the TNI Military Police Centre, Pertamina, and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) to strengthen field supervision and enforcement. “Thus, we support cross-sectoral collaboration, both from Polri and TNI Military Police, as well as all Pertamina and ESDM units, to remain committed together to prevent and eradicate actions related to the misuse of oil and gas subsidies for the benefit of the public and state finances,” he concluded. Previously, Bareskrim Polri dismantled 755 crime scenes (TKP) of subsidised BBM and LPG misuse throughout 2025 up to April 2026. In total, 672 suspects were arrested in these revelations. The illegal practices potentially caused state losses of up to Rp 1.26 trillion, with details of subsidised BBM misuse reaching around Rp 516.8 billion and LPG subsidy misuse losses around Rp 749.2 billion.