Probe starts on W. Java KKN case

Probe starts on W. Java KKN case

BANDUNG: The West Java Prosecutor's Office will question more
than 100 witnesses in connection with alleged corrupt, collusive
and nepotistic practices involving the West Java administration.

Muhammad Amari, assistant head of special crimes at the
provincial prosecutors' office, said on Tuesday that his office
would question more than 100 witnesses in connection with alleged
embezzlement of street illumination tax and incorrect financial
reports on the purchase of tents used for ceremonies.

"There are five cases involving alleged improper use of
provincial funds, including funds belonging to foundations under
the auspices of the administration, and illegal land exchange
deals," Amari said.

He said Governor R. Nuriana was not among the four defendants
as shown by the investigation statement signed by the head of the
prosecutors' office, Harprileny Subiantoro, on Oct. 20.

He added that his office had sent letters to the Attorney
General's (AG) Office and the Directorate General of Immigration,
requesting that the Attorney General's Office ask the Directorate
General of Immigration to prohibit the defendants from going
abroad. (25/sur)