Samarinda police arrest two suspects in ATM robbery

Police in Samarinda have arrested two men, identified as DAS, 34, and AM, 44, for breaking into two ATM machines at an Indomaret outlet on Jalan Cendana. The suspects reportedly stole 433 million IDR on Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Authorities stated that the suspects spent approximately 193 million IDR of the stolen funds within 24 hours to pay debts and cover accommodation costs. Investigators recovered 280 million IDR in cash as evidence.

The suspects, described as recidivists specializing in ATM robberies, had previously attempted to target three Indomaret outlets in Balikpapan before successfully carrying out the robbery in Samarinda. The investigation was a collaborative effort involving the Sungai Kunjang Police Sector, Samarinda City Police, East Kalimantan Regional Police, and Ciamis Police from West Java.