Two police officers from the Kuta Police Station in Bali have been detained by the Bali Police’s Internal Affairs Division for allegedly extorting a Colombian tourist.
The officers, identified as First Adjunct Inspectors GKS and S, are accused of violating the police code of ethics.
The incident occurred on Sunday, the 5th of January, when the tourist, referred to by her initials SGH, reported the theft of her iPhone 14 Pro Max on Jalan Uluwatu in Badung Regency. Due to time constraints before her departure, she requested a loss report for insurance purposes.
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The officers allegedly agreed to issue the report, falsely stating the theft location as Jalan Legian, Kuta, and requested an administrative fee of Rp 200,000 (approximately US$13), which SGH paid.
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Bali Police spokesperson Senior Commissioner Ariasandy stated that the officers are under investigation and will be held in a special detention facility. They could face disciplinary actions, including demotion or dishonourable discharge if found guilty. He emphasised that such behaviour tarnishes the police’s image and will not be tolerated
This incident has surfaced amid increased scrutiny of the National Police, following a separate extortion scandal at the 2024 Djakarta Warehouse Project music festival.