Jakarta Police Deny Plan to Arrest Pati Activist
The Jakarta police said the officers were present at the protest location to explain the administrative requirements to the Pati crowd.
The Jakarta Metropolitan Police have denied allegations of attempting to arrest Supriyono, also known as Botok, the coordinator of the Pati United Community Alliance (AMPB). The activist, along with several members of the Pati-based community, protested in front of the parliament building in Central Jakarta on August 24, 2026, demanding lawmakers adopt the Asset Seizure Bill.
The police clarified that Botok was neither arrested nor detained, and that the Intelligence and Security Unit of the Central Jakarta Police had communicated with him regarding the planned protest. The police suggested that the community should obtain permits from the police, which Botok agreed to. However, the crowd mistakenly believed Botok was being forcibly taken into custody, leading to his departure being canceled.
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