The National Cops have stated that they have penalized 2 officers who reportedly obtained a Japanese traveler for Rp 1 million (US$ 67.93) over a traffic violation in an event that took place in Jembrana, Bali, in2019
” The authorities have actually taken stringent action versus the law enforcement officer,” National Authorities spokesperson Insp. Gen. Argo Yuwono stated as quoted by kompas.com on Friday, without providing more details on the penalty.
He verified the extortion took place and offered a public apology, while also encouraging the general public to file a report if they go through a similar experience or find out about such events.
Previously, Jembrana Authorities chief Sr. Comm. Ketut Gede Adi Wibawa stated 2 of his officers were associated with a case of extortion. The officers confessed to having actually dedicated the misconduct, he added.
The authorities stated they were investigating the case to discover the perpetrators’ intentions and their respective functions.
” We are still examining the case. They had admitted to their actions. Nevertheless, we are still finding out what they were going to do with the cash,” Wibawa stated. (dpk)