Police Extortion Alleged at DWP, Targeting Malaysian Attendees
- Apparently, there were allegations of police extortion targeting Malaysian visitors.
- Maya: Well, reports are saying that there were a lot of random arrests by police, and many people claim they were forced to pay bribes even though they...
- Maya: No one knows for sure, but some speculate it could be because they might be perceived as easier targets.
Indonesian Police Face Scrutiny After Alleged Extortion at Djakarta Warehouse Project
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Jakarta, Indonesia – Teh Djakarta Warehouse Project (DWP), Southeast asia’s largest electronic dance music festival, is facing controversy after allegations surfaced of Indonesian police officers extorting Malaysian visitors during the three-day event held in Jakarta from December 13-15.
The incident has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, with many questioning the actions of law enforcement tasked with maintaining order at the popular festival.
Social Media Erupts with Accounts of Extortion
Numerous Malaysian citizens took too social media platforms, including Twitter account @squi, to detail their experiences. They described being apprehended without cause and forced to pay bribes despite testing negative for drugs.
“While I was enjoying the event, suddenly the police came and started arresting people around me,” the account stated. Reports suggest that approximately 400 Malaysians may have been victims, with an estimated total loss of RM 9 million (roughly Rp32 billion).
High-Ranking Official Condemns Alleged Extortion
eddy Soeparno,Deputy Chair of the Indonesian People’s Consultative Assembly,condemned the alleged extortion,stating that disciplinary action is necessary.
“It turns out that they actually violated the law,” Soeparno said, expressing regret that law enforcement officers tasked with maintaining order were rather accused of criminal activity. “The image is already good in society, although recently there have been many incidents that are considered to have tarnished the face of the police,” he added, highlighting the negative impact this incident has on the police force’s efforts to rebuild public trust.
DWP Organizers Pledge Cooperation with Authorities
DWP organizers, ismaya Live, issued a statement expressing their commitment to visitor safety and well-being. They assured the public that they are cooperating with authorities to investigate the allegations.
A Shadow Over a Popular Festival
This incident has cast a shadow over the popular festival, which has been a mainstay in Jakarta since 2008, attracting thousands of music lovers from across the globe. This year’s lineup featured international stars like Steve Aoki, timmy Trumpet, Armin Van Buuren, and Zedd.
The alleged extortion has raised concerns about the image of the Indonesian police force and the safety of international visitors attending events in the country.
What Happened at DWP?
Maya: Did you hear about what happened at DWP last weekend? It’s awful!
Ravi: No, what happened? Was the festival canceled?
Maya: Worse! Apparently, there were allegations of police extortion targeting Malaysian visitors. It’s all over social media.
Ravi: Extortion? that’s terrible! What exactly happened?
Maya: Well, reports are saying that there were a lot of random arrests by police, and many people claim they were forced to pay bribes even though they tested negative for drugs.
Ravi: Seriously? But why would they target Malaysians specifically?
Maya: No one knows for sure, but some speculate it could be because they might be perceived as easier targets.
Ravi: So many people are affected?
Maya: It’s estimated that around 400 Malaysians may have been victims,with a staggering loss of nearly RM 9 million! Can you imagine?
Ravi: That’s absolutely shocking! What has the response been like?
Maya: There’s a lot of outrage. Eddy Soeparno, a high-ranking Indonesian official, even spoke out, condemning the alleged extortion and calling for disciplinary action against the involved officers.
Ravi: How have the DWP organizers responded?
Maya: Ismaya Live, the organizers, released a statement assuring everyone that they’re cooperating with the authorities to investigate the allegations and are committed to visitor safety.
Ravi: This is a big blow to DWP’s reputation.It’s such a popular event, attracting everyone from international artists like Steve Aoki and Armin Van Buuren, to thousands of music lovers.
Maya: Absolutely. This incident not only casts a shadow on the festival but also damages the trust people have in the Indonesian police force,especially since they’ve been trying to improve their image lately.
Ravi:* It’s definitely a complex situation. I hope they get to the bottom of this and hold those responsible accountable.
Indonesian Police Face Scrutiny After Alleged Extortion at Djakarta Warehouse Project
Jakarta, Indonesia – Southeast Asia’s biggest electronic dance music festival, Djakarta warehouse Project (DWP), has been marred by controversy following allegations that Indonesian police officers extorted money from Malaysian visitors during teh three-day event held in Jakarta from December 13-15.
The incident has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, raising serious questions about the conduct of law enforcement officials responsible for maintaining order at the popular festival.
Numerous malaysian citizens have taken to social media, including Twitter account @squi, to share their harrowing experiences.They claimed to have been apprehended without cause and coerced into paying bribes despite testing negative for drugs.
“While I was enjoying the event, suddenly the police came and started arresting people around me,” the account stated.
Reports suggest that approximately 400 Malaysians may have fallen victim to this alleged extortion, with an estimated total loss of RM 9 million (roughly Rp32 billion).
High-Ranking Official Condemns Alleged Extortion
Eddy Soeparno, Deputy Chair of the indonesian People’s Consultative Assembly, has strongly condemned the alleged extortion. He emphasized the need for disciplinary action against the officers involved.
“It turns out that they actually violated the law,” Soeparno said, expressing his regret that law enforcement officers tasked with maintaining order were instead accused of criminal activity. “The image is already good in society, although recently ther have been many incidents that are considered to have tarnished the face of the police,” he added, highlighting the negative impact this incident has on the police force’s efforts to rebuild public trust.