Central Java Police arrest two individuals for online gambling promotion

Central Java Regional Police have arrested two individuals in separate incidents involving the promotion and facilitation of online gambling via social media.

In Kudus, a 27-year-old man identified as MR was apprehended for conducting virtual football score betting through a TikTok account named ‘DrogNovv Backup’. The suspect used a PlayStation to broadcast Winning Eleven 2010 matches, allowing viewers to place bets by transferring money to a specific bank account. Police seized a computer, a PlayStation, mobile phones, and a bank account containing Rp25 million. MR reportedly earned a 5 percent commission on every bet placed.

In Wonosobo, a 27-year-old content creator identified as EUZ was arrested for using Instagram to promote online gambling sites. Authorities seized a mobile phone believed to be used for accessing accounts and uploading promotional content. Investigators are currently looking into whether EUZ received rewards from gambling site operators. Both suspects face charges under the Indonesian Criminal Code, with potential prison sentences of up to nine years.