The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is currently searching for Suhardiman Amby and Zulkarnaen following an operation in Riau. KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo confirmed on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, that investigators have not yet located the two individuals and has urged them to surrender voluntarily to ensure the legal process proceeds effectively.
Status of the Investigation
The recent operation, which resulted in the detention of 10 individuals, centers on allegations of job-buying within the Kuantan Singingi Regency Government. According to Budi, the KPK has successfully secured five of those individuals for intensive questioning at the Merah Putih Building in Jakarta.
The group currently undergoing examination includes three private sector representatives, one civil servant (ASN) from Kuansing, and a family member of an ASN official. KPK investigators continue to track the whereabouts of Suhardiman and Zulkarnaen, whose current locations remain unknown to the commission.
The ongoing probe into the Kuantan Singingi Regency Government specifically targets alleged “jual beli jabatan” (the buying and selling of positions), a practice that undermines civil service integrity.
What Happens Next
The legal trajectory of this case depends heavily on the cooperation of the two missing individuals. If Suhardiman and Zulkarnaen surrender as requested, investigators could begin formal interrogations immediately to determine the extent of the alleged job-buying scheme. Failure to appear could lead the KPK to intensify its search efforts or potentially initiate further legal steps to compel their attendance.
In high-profile corruption cases involving local government leadership, the physical absence of key officials during an initial operation often signals a critical phase in the investigation. The KPK’s public appeal for cooperation is a standard procedural move intended to minimize administrative delays and maintain the momentum of the inquiry while the five detainees are processed in Jakarta.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the KPK currently searching for in Kuansing?
The KPK is searching for Suhardiman Amby and Zulkarnaen.
What is the nature of the KPK’s operation?
The operation, conducted in Kuansing, Riau, involves an investigation into alleged job-buying practices within the local government.
How many people were detained in total?
The KPK detained a total of 10 people, five of whom have been brought to the Merah Putih Building in Jakarta for further questioning.
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