Regent Sudewo of Pati has been implicated in a bribery case related to the appointment of local government positions, according to an official statement from the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). The arrest was made during a Sting Operation (OTT) on January 19, 2026.
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KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo elaborated that there were set amounts of money associated with filling specific positions within the village government. However, details regarding the exact figures and the charges involved have not yet been disclosed.
Details Surrounding the Arrest of Regent Sudewo
The Sting Operation that included Regent Sudewo was carried out by KPK investigators on January 19, 2026. Alongside Sudewo, two sub-district heads, three village chiefs, and two candidates for village positions were also apprehended.
Budi Prasetyo, the KPK spokesperson, confirmed that a figure identified as SDW was detained during the operation. This arrest is part of KPK’s ongoing effort to address corruption practices at the local government level.
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Appointment Processes and Corruption Practices
KPK has made it clear that there are monetary demands for certain appointments in local village government. Despite this, Budi Prasetyo has not provided specific details regarding the amount of money demanded by Regent Sudewo.
The KPK has pledged to release more detailed information on how many positions are affected, the locations involved in the appointments, and the total amount of money implicated during an upcoming press conference.
KPK's Next Steps
KPK is set to continue its investigation to determine which charges can be pressed against Regent Sudewo. Budi Prasetyo emphasized, 'Later we will explain everything in a press conference,' underlining KPK's commitment to transparency in public information.
As a law enforcement agency, KPK is dedicated to tackling bribery and corruption within local government to ensure clean and accountable governance.
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