Investigators from the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) conducted a six-hour search of the residence belonging to former Deputy Minister of Immigration and Correctional Affairs, Silmy Karim. The operation, which concluded at 7:00 PM on Friday, June 5, 2026, took place at a property located on Jalan Brawijaya III, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta.
KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo confirmed that the items seized are connected to the ongoing legal case against Silmy. In addition to the vehicles, investigators recovered cash in both Indonesian Rupiah and various foreign currencies, including US Dollars, Euros, and Yen. These assets were transported from the scene using two towing vehicles.
The Legal Context
Silmy Karim is currently in custody, and he is one of eight individuals designated as suspects in this investigation. The group faces allegations related to extortion and the acceptance of gratuities. Beyond the physical items seized at the residence, investigators have also recovered precious metals and additional foreign currency, specifically US and Singapore Dollars, as part of the broader evidence gathering in this case.
The eight individuals currently named as suspects in the investigation are:
- Silmy Karim (SK), former Wamen Imipas (2025-2026) and Dirjen Imipas (2023-2024)
- Saffar Muhammad Godam (SMG), former Plt Dirjen Imigrasi (2024-2025)
- Jaya Saputra (JS), Director of Stay Permits and Immigration Status
- Tessar Bayu Setyaji (TBS), Head of Sub-directorate for Stay Permit Transfer
- Bagus Bramantyo (BGS), Sub-directorate official in the Directorate of Stay Permits
- Ronald Arman Abdullah (RAA), former Head of Central Jakarta Immigration Office (2024-2025) and West Jakarta Immigration Office (2025-2026)
- Juniadi Sri Priambudi (JSP), Head of the ITAS Transfer Team
- Gusti Benar, Staff member of the Sub-directorate of Stay Permits
Frequently Asked Questions
What specific charges are the suspects facing?
The suspects, including Silmy Karim, are being investigated for allegations involving extortion, and gratuities.
How many people are currently listed as suspects in this case?
Notice eight individuals officially named as suspects, ranging from former high-ranking ministry officials to staff members within the immigration directorate.
What types of assets have been seized by the KPK?
The KPK has seized a wide variety of items, including two sports cars, ten motorcycles, seven bicycles, jewelry, precious metals, and cash in various currencies including Rupiah, US Dollars, Euros, Yen, and Singapore Dollars.
How do you believe the inclusion of such a high-ranking official in a corruption investigation will impact public trust in immigration administration?
