Madiun Police Uncover Milk Theft Syndicate

The Madiun Police Criminal Investigation Unit has dismantled a theft syndicate specializing in various brands of canned milk. The investigation began after employees at an Alfamidi minimarket in Caruban, Madiun, noticed significant stock discrepancies regarding Childmilk and Childkid products. CCTV footage revealed that suspects exploited busy periods in the store to distract employees and steal items without payment.

Authorities have arrested one suspect, identified by the initials DA (31), while four other accomplices remain at large and are currently listed as fugitives. The group is suspected of operating across multiple regions, including Ngawi, Wonogiri, Trenggalek, Wonosobo, Blitar, Solo, Semarang, and Magetan.

The suspects face charges under Article 477, paragraph (1), letter g of Law Number 1 of 2023 concerning aggravated theft committed jointly. If convicted, they face a maximum prison sentence of seven years or a fine of up to 500 million IDR.