Indonesian police crack down on illegal online lending and gambling

Indonesian police authorities are taking measures to combat the rise of illegal online lending services and related digital crimes. In Lebong Regency, the Lebong Police (Polres Lebong) have issued a public warning regarding the risks of illegal 'dapin' (loan funds) services. Chief of Lebong Police, AKBP Agoeng Ramadhani, cautioned citizens that while these services offer rapid disbursement and easy application processes using only an ID card, they carry high interest rates and significant privacy risks. He noted that personal data, including ID photos and contact information, may be distributed on social media as a form of harassment if payments are delayed.

In a separate internal enforcement action, the Blang Mangat Police (Polsek Blang Mangat) conducted mobile phone inspections of all personnel following a morning assembly. Led by Iptu Zul Akbar, the inspection aimed to prevent officers from becoming involved in illegal online gambling and illegal lending activities. The initiative is part of an effort to strengthen internal supervision, maintain institutional integrity, and ensure officers provide professional, transparent service to the public without engaging in illegal practices.