The recent arrest of a suspect who acted as a gambling business agent for the drug dealer Helen siblings has shed light on the interconnected web of illegal activities in Jambi. The suspect, identified only as L, was apprehended by the Jambi Regional Police, following the arrest of two other accomplices, AK and Y, who are currently in the custody of the National Police Criminal Investigation Department (Bareskrim Polri).
According to the Director of Criminal Investigation of the Jambi Regional Police, Commissioner Pol Andri Ananta, the uncovering of the illegal gambling business was a result of the investigation into drug-related crimes involving several suspects, including H, T, DD, AK. The investigation led to the discovery of L, along with his accomplices TM alias AK and YA alias Y, bringing the total number of suspects involved in the gambling case to three, with one in police custody in Jambi and two at Bareskrim Polri.
The illegal gambling activities, which involved the popular lottery game, had been ongoing from March to October 2024, with evidence seized amounting to Rp97.83 million in cash. Additionally, the police confiscated two mobile phones used for gambling transactions, as well as screenshots of the gambling business operations.
Andri explained that L acted as the agent, TM alias AK as the sub-agent, and YA as the owner of the transaction account. The police are continuing their investigation to uncover any other individuals involved in the case.
Prior investigations revealed that the drug dealer Helen siblings from Jambi had been using proceeds from their drug business to fund various illegal activities, including gambling. The suspects are facing charges under Article 303 of the Indonesian Criminal Code, which pertains to gambling offenses and carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.
The arrest of these individuals highlights the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies to dismantle criminal networks and disrupt illicit activities in the region. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and cooperation in combating organized crime and ensuring the safety and security of the community.