South Sumatra Police Chief Emphasises Restoring Victims' Rights in Handover of Stolen Vehicle Evidence
The South Sumatra Regional Police (Polda Sumsel) has demonstrated a real commitment to restoring the rights of crime victims. Polda Sumsel handed over hundreds of motor vehicle evidence items resulting from criminal acts.
The handover of the stolen vehicle evidence was led by South Sumatra Police Chief Irjen Sandi Nugroho at the Polda Sumsel headquarters on Wednesday (8/4/2026). Irjen Sandi emphasised that the success in uncovering these cases would be incomplete without the process of returning property rights to the victims.
Irjen Sandi hopes that the return of this evidence will serve as a balm for the wounds of the community. This also aligns with the principles of restorative justice, which prioritises the restoration of conditions.
“Hopefully, the uncovering and return of these vehicles can provide a little balm for the wounds of the community who once lost their motor vehicles, so that the sorrow of the residents can be somewhat healed,” said Irjen Sandi.
A total of 497 motor vehicles were returned to their rightful owners. Among them were 10 four-wheeled vehicles and 487 two-wheeled vehicles.
These hundreds of vehicles are part of the 1,715 pieces of evidence secured by Polda Sumsel units from a total of 3,430 stolen vehicle case revelations throughout the period from 2024 to March 2026.
Irjen Sandi affirmed that his ranks would continue to uncover stolen vehicle cases in their area. He guaranteed that Polda Sumsel would provide the best service to the community.
“We realise that not all cases can be uncovered by us. But rest assured that we will continue to do our best together with all the main officials and district police chiefs under our command, to provide the best service to the people of Bumi Sriwijaya,” he stressed.
Polda Sumsel also hopes to continue building public trust while motivating all police ranks in the South Sumatra region to work precisely, professionally, and responsively in protecting the community.