Politics · Indonesia · 21 hrs ago
Online gambling operation found in an army housing complex in Jakarta
Authorities uncovered an alleged online gambling operation in a military residence in Cijantung, East Jakarta.
The home is in an army housing complex where active and retired soldiers live.
Residents reported suspicious activity, and 11 civilians were found inside when the location was searched.
Authorities seized 32 computers, and military police detained the soldier who lived there.
The soldier is suspected of renting the residence to civilians, but the investigation is still underway.
Lawmakers have called for the case to be examined carefully and fairly, including who arranged or may have known about the operation.
They say any confirmed violations should be handled under the rules and through the proper legal process.
Authorities in Jakarta are investigating suspected online gambling operations at a military residence in Cijantung, East Jakarta.
On October 4, residents who suspected unusual activity at the house raided it, and military police later searched the property.
Eleven civilians were taken in for questioning, and authorities seized 32 computers.
A soldier who lived at the house was detained on suspicion of renting it to civilians.
Members of Indonesia’s House of Representatives called for a careful, transparent investigation and accountability for anyone involved.
- Who
- Indonesian military police are investigating; 11 civilians and a soldier who lived at the residence are involved.
- What
- Authorities are investigating suspected online gambling operations at a military residence.
- When
- The house was raided on October 4, 2026; reports were published on October 9 and 10.
- Where
- KPAD Cijantung, East Jakarta, Indonesia.
- Why
- Residents reported suspicions about unusual activity at the house; the reason for the suspected operation is not stated.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
The suspected online gambling activity at the TNI military residence in Cijantung needs to be handled proportionately, prioritizing the legal process and respect for the institution.
How could an activity using dozens of computers take place in a military residential area without being detected?
The most important thing is that the process proceeds according to the applicable laws, so it can provide legal certainty and maintain public trust.
He is a Garnisun member. We will certainly take firm action.
Residents raided the house after suspecting unusual activity, and military police searched it the same day.
House Commission I members called for scrutiny, transparency and accountability in the investigation.
Dave Laksono urged a careful investigation and said any violations should be handled according to the facts and established procedures.
- Location
- KPAD Cijantung, East Jakarta
- Civilians taken in
- 11
- Computers seized
- 32
- Other seized items
- 14 mobile phones and nine identity cards
- Detained soldier
- A resident soldier suspected of renting out the house to civilians
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