KPK Cracks Down on Corruption: Bekasi Regent and Prosecutor Named Suspects

Separate Investigations Uncover Extensive Graft

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has launched two significant corruption investigations, resulting in the naming of high-profile suspects. Bekasi Regent Ade Kuswara (ADK) has been implicated in a bribery case related to project procurement in Bekasi, while North Hulu Sungai Prosecutor APN faces allegations of extorting local officials ¹

Bekasi Regent Bribery Case

The investigation into Bekasi Regent Ade Kuswara began with a KPK operation on December 18, 2025, where multiple individuals were detained. The regent and his father, HM Kunang, who serves as village head of Sukadami, were subsequently named suspects. The bribery allegations involve sweetheart deals for infrastructure projects within Bekasi Regency ¹

North Hulu Sungai Prosecutor Extortion Case

In a separate operation, KPK apprehended North Hulu Sungai Prosecutor APN for allegedly extorting local government officials. The investigation revealed that APN had amassed billions of rupiah through illicit means since taking office in August 2025. Two other officials from the prosecutor's office, ASB and TAR, were also named as suspects in connection with the extortion ²

KPK's Continued Anti-Corruption Efforts

These recent actions demonstrate the KPK's ongoing commitment to combating corruption at various levels of government and law enforcement. The commission's operations have resulted in multiple arrests and the recovery of substantial illicit funds.