# Indonesia and Malaysia anti-drug enforcement updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260605-indonesia-drug-enforcement-crackdown
> Updated: 2026-09-10T15:03:00.000Z. Sources: 114. Developments: 72.

Indonesia’s nationwide anti-drug drive accelerated through July and August 2026. Police data released on 30 June recorded 1,485 arrests and more than 215 kg of narcotics seized in Central Java. By 1 July the police chief reported 24,837 drug cases in the first half of the year, with 3.1 t of methamphetamine, 4.1 t of cannabis, 763,000 ecstasy pills and 59 million hard-drug tablets confiscated. A 3.37-t cannabis haul intercepted in Gresik on 2 July led to a bilateral enforcement agreement with Russia. Subsequent operations seized meth and ecstasy at Bakauheni port and across North Sumatra, Lombok, East Kalimantan, Malang and Kediri, while Instagram-based synthetic-tobacco and meth rings were busted in Jakarta on 5 July. A prison-linked network yielded 10.9 t of meth, ketamine and MDMA in Bengkalis on 9 July, and the navy stopped shipments at Juanda Airport. By 20 July the cumulative haul exceeded 12.3 t, with over 1,259 suspects arrested and assets frozen worth IDR 16.5 trillion. Education drives launched in Pemalang and Banjarbaru and troops destroyed about 5,000 cannabis plants in Papua. In late July and early August, enforcement continued with the arrest of two women in Balikpapan for attempting to transport 1.041 kg of methamphetamine from North Kalimantan. On 29 July, a 39-year-old Malaysia Airlines pilot was detained at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport after customs discovered approximately 25-26 kg of narcotics, including over 70,000 ecstasy pills, methamphetamine, and cocaine. Malaysia responded by deploying a Bukit Aman narcotics team to Jakarta and adding 50 General Operations Force personnel to Kuala Lumpur International Airport to tighten security. Between 31 July and 6 August, police in the Riau Islands seized 376 g of methamphetamine discarded at sea, resulting in 11 arrests. By late August, enforcement intensified through major maritime and regional operations.

## Claims

- A 39‑year‑old Malaysian pilot was arrested at Soekarno‑Hatta International Airport in Jakarta for attempting to smuggle approximately 26 kg of ecstasy pills. (disputed by 6 sources)
- The pilot was found with approximately 26 kg of drugs, including over 70,000 ecstasy pills, methamphetamine and cocaine. (disputed by 3 sources)
- The pilot's luggage also contained a bottle of urine, suspected to be intended for drug‑test manipulation. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Indonesian law allows the death penalty for drug trafficking, which the pilot could face if convicted. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Polres Bengkalis intercepted a drug smuggling attempt from Malaysia to Bengkalis, Riau. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Police seized 65 kilograms of methamphetamine (sabu) during the operation. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Malaysia plans to deploy police officers at its airports and has added 50 General Operations Force personnel to KLIA for security. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The pilot flew an MH727 from Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta with about 170 passengers on board. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The pilot allegedly received about 50,000 Malaysian ringgit (≈ €10,000) for transporting the drugs. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Three suspects were arrested in connection with the smuggling attempt. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- A Mitsubishi L300 pickup truck was used to transport the narcotics. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-10: Asahan Police seize 5kg of meth and ecstasy from international courier

Asahan Police seized over 5kg of methamphetamine and 285 ecstasy pills during the arrest of a courier linked to a Malaysian drug network in North Sumatra.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asahan-police-seize-5kg-of-meth-and-ecstasy-from-international-courier

### 2026-09-10: Bengkalis police seize 65 kg of methamphetamine smuggled from Malaysia

Police in Bengkalis, Indonesia, seized 65 kg of methamphetamine smuggled from Malaysia via sea routes, arresting three suspects and seizing a shop house used for narcotics storage.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bengkalis-police-intercept-65kg-of-methamphetamine-smuggled-from-malaysia

### 2026-09-09: Malaysian pilot arrested in connection with Jakarta drug syndicate

A second Malaysian pilot has been arrested in Klang Valley for allegedly managing drug sale proceeds linked to an international syndicate and a previous seizure of ecstasy in Indonesia.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malaysian-pilot-arrested-in-connection-with-jakarta-drug-syndicate

### 2026-09-08: Drug traffickers receive prison sentences in Indonesia and Malaysia

Drug traffickers in Indonesia and Malaysia received major sentences, including 10 years for a methamphetamine dealer in Palembang and 30 years plus 24 strokes for a dealer in Ipoh.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/drug-traffickers-receive-prison-sentences-in-indonesia-and-malaysia

### 2026-09-05: Indonesian police conduct major narcotics crackdowns in Cimahi and OKU Timur

Indonesian police arrested 91 suspects in Cimahi following 80 narcotics cases and apprehended a drug suspect in OKU Timur after a vehicle pursuit ended in a rice field.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-conduct-major-narcotics-crackdowns-in-cimahi-and-oku-timur

### 2026-09-05: Medan police arrest drug dealer amid calls to reform local official recruitment

Medan authorities arrested a drug dealer during a recent raid, adding to a trend of local neighborhood heads being detained for narcotics offenses, prompting calls for stricter recruitment regulations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/medan-police-arrest-drug-dealer-amid-calls-to-reform-local-official-recruitment

### 2026-09-04: Indonesia police dismantle international and local drug networks

Indonesian authorities have dismantled various drug networks, including an international syndicate linked to Malaysia, seizing large quantities of methamphetamine and ecstasy across multiple provinces.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jakarta-police-crack-down-on-illegal-drug-distribution-networks

### 2026-09-03: Malaysia authorities disrupt multiple major drug trafficking operations

Malaysian authorities have intercepted major drug shipments, including RM43 million in ketamine in Selangor and a RM45 million ecstasy smuggling ring linked to an airline co-pilot.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malaysia-authorities-disrupt-multiple-major-drug-trafficking-operations

### 2026-09-02: Indonesian police intercept drug shipments hidden in lighters and toys

Indonesian police have arrested drug traffickers using creative concealment methods, including hiding methamphetamine inside modified gas lighters and children's toys to evade detection.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-intercept-drug-shipments-hidden-in-lighters-and-toys

### 2026-08-31: Indonesian authorities seize illegal goods and narcotics in Riau and Bangka Belitung

Indonesian customs and police have seized Rp5.9 billion in illegal goods in Bengkalis and intercepted over 16kg of methamphetamine and nearly 5,000 ecstasy pills in Bangka Belitung.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-authorities-seize-illegal-goods-and-narcotics-in-riau-and-bangka-belitung

### 2026-08-31: Law enforcement agencies conduct major narcotics seizures in Indonesia and Malaysia

Police in Indonesia and Malaysia have conducted major narcotics operations, including the seizure of 800kg of ketamine in Anambas and the disposal of RM120 million in drugs in Sabah.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cimahi-police-arrest-31-suspects-in-37-criminal-cases

### 2026-08-22: Indonesia police conduct multiple narcotics seizures and arrests

Indonesian police have carried out multiple narcotics operations, seizing large quantities of methamphetamine, marijuana, and etomidate cartridges while arresting several suspects across various provinces.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sumatra-police-seize-marijuana-and-methamphetamine-in-separate-operations

### 2026-08-19: Indonesia seizes 2.6 tons of methamphetamine from vessel

Indonesian authorities seized 2.6 tons of liquid methamphetamine from the MV Ocean Porter and detained 10 Myanmar nationals suspected of involvement in an international trafficking network.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-seizes-26-tons-of-methamphetamine-from-vessel

### 2026-08-16: Malaysia Airlines pilot detained for smuggling 25kg of ecstasy

A Malaysia Airlines pilot was detained in Indonesia after smuggling 25kg of ecstasy pills. He reportedly confessed to smuggling drugs to multiple countries since 2024, acting without airport insiders.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malaysia-airlines-pilot-detained-for-smuggling-25kg-of-ecstasy

### 2026-08-13: BNN arrests drug kingpin MR, alias Bos Gendut, in Jakarta

Indonesia's BNN arrested drug kingpin MR, alias ‘Bos Gendut,’ in Jakarta. Authorities seized 98kg of meth, weapons, and nearly Rp40 billion in assets while investigating money laundering links.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bnn-arrests-drug-kingpin-mr-in-north-jakarta-raid

### 2026-08-12: Indonesian authorities seize thousands of illegal pills in Cirebon and Jakarta

Indonesian authorities seized thousands of illegal Tramadol and Trihexyphenidyl pills during separate drug busts in Cirebon and Jakarta's Tanah Abang district.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-authorities-seize-thousands-of-illegal-pills-in-cirebon-and-jakarta

### 2026-08-11: BNN arrests drug kingpin MR in Kampung Bahari raid

The BNN arrested drug kingpin MR, alias ‘Bos Gendut,’ in North Jakarta, seizing 98kg of meth and Rp39.95 billion in assets following a violent raid in Kampung Bahari.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jayapura-narcotics-prison-proposes-remissions-for-450-inmates

### 2026-08-07: East Kalimantan authorities seize nearly 1kg of methamphetamine

BNN Kaltim arrested two men in Samarinda for transporting nearly 1kg of methamphetamine linked to a network operating from Bengkayang prison and Kuching, Malaysia.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/east-kalimantan-authorities-seize-nearly-1kg-of-methamphetamine

### 2026-08-07: Indonesian Police Bust Drug Trafficking in Riau Islands and Illegal Sand Smuggling in Belitung

Indonesian police arrested a drug suspect in the Riau Islands and named four suspects for smuggling 52.5 tonnes of illegal sand from Belitung, seizing various narcotics and filing charges that could lead to up‑

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-bust-drug-trafficking-in-riau-islands-and-illegal-sand-smuggling-in-belitung

### 2026-08-05: Malaysia Airlines pilot arrested in Jakarta with 26 kg of ecstasy pills

A Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested in Jakarta with 26 kg of ecstasy, meth and cocaine; Indonesia may impose death penalty, and Malaysia is deploying police and reviewing crew checks.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-customs-seize-malaysian-nationals-for-drug-smuggling-at-soekarnohatta-airport

### 2026-08-02: Indonesian police seize ecstasy courier tied to Malaysia‑Medan network

Indonesian police arrested 31‑year‑old Muhammad Hadi as an ecstasy courier for a Malaysia‑Medan network, after he was promised 700,000 rupiah but received only 300,000 rupiah.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-arrest-courier-in-malaysia-medan-ecstasy-ring

### 2026-08-01: Balikpapan police seize 1 kg meth, arrest two female couriers

Balikpapan police seized 1.041 kg meth worth Rp1.56 bn, arresting a midwife and a housewife as couriers and charging them under Indonesia’s narcotics law.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/balikpapan-police-seize-1-kg-meth-arrest-two-female-couriers

### 2026-07-28: Indonesian Police Crack Down on Large Meth Seizures in Aceh and East Kalimantan

Indonesian police arrested suspects in Aceh Barat and East Kalimantan, seizing over 770 g of meth in Aceh and additional meth hidden in a jar in Kutai Timur, after tips from the community.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-crack-down-on-large-meth-seizures-in-aceh-and-east-kalimantan

### 2026-07-25: Indonesian police arrest drug suspects in Ambon and Surabaya

Police in Ambon arrested two men and seized three meth packets, while in Surabaya two women were charged with trafficking ten meth packets and face five‑year sentences.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-seize-methamphetamine-in-ambon-and-surabaya

### 2026-07-22: Indonesia intensifies anti‑drug crackdown ahead of International Day

Indonesia's BNN destroyed 3.37 tonnes of drugs on International Anti‑Drug Day, with President Prabowo pledging agency upgrades; total seizures since 2024 exceed 12.3 tonnes and involve over 1,200 arrests.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/salemba-prison-in-jakarta-thwarts-attempted-methamphetamine-smuggling

### 2026-07-20: Indonesia police seize over 5 tonnes of illegal drugs in 2026

Indonesian police seized over 5 tonnes of narcotics and arrested hundreds in 2026, with major busts in Bogor, Aceh, Sumatra Utara and other cities.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-seize-meth-and-cannabis-in-karo-and-surabaya

### 2026-07-19: Jakarta police seize 1.5 tons of drug precursors tied to Semarang lab

Jakarta police arrested two suspects and confiscated over 1.5 tons of precursors—including karisoprodol, lidocaine and sildenafil—linked to a dismantled clandestine lab in Semarang.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jakarta-police-seize-15-tons-of-drug-precursors-tied-to-semarang-lab

### 2026-07-17: Indonesia intercepts 7.9 kg meth and 5,000 ecstasy pills smuggled from Malaysia

Indonesian Customs and police seized 7.9 kg of meth and 5,000 ecstasy pills from a Malaysia‑origin shipment, arresting three suspects and handing evidence to narcotics investigators.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-police-seize-meth-and-ecstasy-in-bengkalis-officer-arrested-in-blitar

### 2026-07-15: Indonesia's Pemalang and Banjarbaru Launch Anti‑Drug Education Initiatives

Indonesia's Pemalang and Banjarbaru held joint anti‑drug education drives—school sessions on nationalism, digital literacy and drug avoidance in Pemalang, and community outreach through the Kelurahan Bersinar ‑

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-pemalang-and-banjarbaru-launch-antidrug-education-initiatives

### 2026-07-15: Southeast Asian forces seize and destroy thousands of cannabis plants in Indonesia and Philippines

Indonesian troops seized ~5,000 cannabis plants in Papua, while Philippine police destroyed over 100,000 marijuana plants in the Cordillera region, both part of broader anti‑drug operations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/southeast-asian-forces-seize-and-destroy-thousands-of-cannabis-plants-in-indonesia-and-philippines

### 2026-07-14: Indonesian police seize methamphetamine in West Java and Surabaya, arrest multiple suspects

Indonesian police seized methamphetamine in West Java (90 packages, 125 g) and Surabaya (12 packets, 12 g), arresting 13 suspects, including repeat offenders, and disrupting a Zangi‑linked network.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-seize-methamphetamine-in-west-java-and-surabaya-arrest-multiple-suspects

### 2026-07-14: Indonesian Navy Stops Drug Smuggling at Juanda Airport

Indonesian Navy’s airport security stopped three drug‑smuggling attempts at Juanda Airport, seizing over 45,000 tramadol tablets, 39,000 Y‑logo pills and 27 g of methamphetamine worth about Rp336 million.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-navy-stops-drug-smuggling-at-juanda-airport

### 2026-07-12: Indonesian police seize methamphetamine in Karanganyar and North Jakarta

Indonesian police arrested a village head in Karanganyar with 0.35 g of methamphetamine and a laborer in North Jakarta with 1.6 g, charging both under narcotics laws.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-seize-methamphetamine-in-karanganyar-and-north-jakarta

### 2026-07-09: Bengkalis Prison Seizes 10 kg Meth in Major Drug Smuggling Bust

Bengkalis prison and police seized over 10 kg meth, 858 kg ketamine, 472 kg MDMA and 496 etomidate cartridges from a Malaysian‑origin smuggling network, arresting courier Muhammad Syahril.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bengkalis-prison-seizes-10-kg-meth-in-major-drug-smuggling-bust

### 2026-07-06: Indonesian police seize drug couriers in Bali and Sulawesi

Indonesian police arrested a Bali courier with 242 g of meth and two Sulawesi men with 11 g hidden in underwear, seizing the drugs and probing wider trafficking networks.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-police-arrest-drug-couriers-in-surabaya-and-kendari-probe-mastermind-avatar

### 2026-07-05: Jakarta Police Bust Instagram Drug Trafficking Ring

Jakarta police arrested three suspects for Instagram‑based drug sales, seizing synthetic tobacco, meth, ecstasy and cannabis, and uncovering a covert delivery method.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jakarta-police-bust-instagram-drug-trafficking-ring

### 2026-07-04: Indonesian authorities seize drugs and illegal cigarettes in multiple raids

Indonesian police and customs seized methamphetamine in Langkat, Mataram and East Kalimantan, and busted over 1 million illegal cigarettes in Malang and Kediri, while Blitar allocated funds to boost tobacco‑law

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-police-seize-meth-and-cannabis-in-raids-in-mataram-and-jakarta

### 2026-07-04: Bakauheni port drug bust arrests Indonesian navy sailor and Brimob officer

Indonesian police seized 5 kg of meth, 202 ecstasy pills and arrested six people—including a navy sailor and a Brimob officer—at Bakauheni port on 27 June 2026.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bakauheni-port-drug-bust-arrests-indonesian-navy-sailor-and-brimob-officer

### 2026-07-02: Surabaya ex‑parcel courier arrested with 274 g cannabis and methamphetamine

Surabaya police arrested former parcel courier MSK, seizing 274 g cannabis, a small amount of meth, and related equipment; he was recruited by a suspect known as “Mbah”.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/surabaya-exparcel-courier-arrested-with-274-g-cannabis-and-methamphetamine

### 2026-07-02: Indonesia steps up drug crackdown after multi‑ton cannabis seizure and partners with Russia

Indonesia intensifies its drug fight after a 3.37‑ton cannabis seizure and signs a 2026‑27 cooperation pact with Russia to target Bali's drug hotspots and share intelligence.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-steps-up-drug-crackdown-after-multiton-cannabis-seizure-and-partners-with-russia

### 2026-07-02: Gresik, Indonesia busts 3.37‑ton international cannabis shipment

Indonesian customs and BNN seized 3.37 tons of cannabis buds in Gresik, arresting 12 suspects and disrupting a Malaysia‑China‑Thailand‑Vietnam trafficking network.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-bnn-raids-gresik-warehouse-seizes-up-to-3-tons-of-cannabis

### 2026-07-01: Indonesia police chief reports major drug, smuggling and online gambling crackdown

Indonesia’s police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo announced that in the first half of 2026 the force seized Rp10.4 trillion in drugs, stopped 87 illegal containers, cracked down on online gambling, and rotatedthree

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-police-chief-reports-major-drug-smuggling-and-online-gambling-crackdown

### 2026-06-30: Central Java Police seize 24 kg meth, arrest 1,485 suspects in H1 2026

Central Java Police seized over 24 kg of meth, more than 11 kg of cannabis and other drugs, arrested 1,485 suspects, and flagged five districts as drug‑hotspots during Jan–Jun 2026.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/central-java-police-seize-24-kg-meth-arrest-1485-suspects-in-h1-2026

### 2026-06-29: Jembrana Prosecutor Office Destroys Seized Narcotics and Other Evidence

Jembrana prosecutors destroyed seized meth, cannabis, illegal pills and related electronics on 30 June, citing transparency and accountability in handling finalized cases.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jembrana-prosecutor-office-destroys-seized-narcotics-and-other-evidence

### 2026-06-28: Indonesia hosts anti-drug campaigns for International Anti-Narcotics Day 2026

Indonesian universities and local officials held anti‑drug events for HANI 2026, promoting youth involvement and forming village task forces.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-hosts-anti-drug-campaigns-for-international-anti-narcotics-day-2026

### 2026-06-28: Indonesia Police Seize Large Narcotics Hauls Across Provinces

Indonesia police seized millions of grams of meth, cannabis, ecstasy and other drugs, arresting dozens of suspects across provinces including Maluku, Aceh, Central Kalimantan, Jambi, Bangka Belitung and Jakarta

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jambi-police-arrest-civil-servant-in-large-ecstasy-trafficking-network

### 2026-06-26: Indonesia's Narcotics Agency Conducts Youth Anti‑Drug Camp in Kendal

Indonesia marked International Anti‑Drug Day 2026 with a youth camp in Kendal and a national push for balanced drug policy, highlighting prevalence, seizures and calls for rehabilitation for users.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-narcotics-agency-conducts-youth-antidrug-camp-in-kendal

### 2026-06-25: Papua police intensify anti‑drug operations amid border trafficking

Papua police boost anti‑drug actions, focusing on youth protection and cross‑border cannabis smuggling via logistics networks.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/papua-police-intensify-antidrug-operations-amid-border-trafficking

### 2026-06-25: West Sumatra police destroy drugs as Jakarta prison foils squid‑smuggled narcotics

West Sumatra police destroyed 184 g of meth and 100 ecstasy tablets, while Jakarta’s narcotics prison stopped 12 drug packages hidden in a squid dish, detaining two visitors.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/west-sumatra-police-destroy-drugs-as-jakarta-prison-foils-squidsmuggled-narcotics

### 2026-06-25: Jakarta police bust drug ring, seize 94 etomidate cartridges and 102 ecstasy pills hidden in Indian basmati rice

Jakarta police arrested two suspects and seized 94 Etomidate cartridges, 102 ecstasy pills, phones and cash hidden in Indian basmati rice, linking the bust to a Malaysia‑based network.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jakarta-police-bust-drug-ring-seize-94-etomidate-cartridges-and-102-ecstasy-pills-hidden-in-indian-b

### 2026-06-24: Former Bima Police Chief Denies Receiving Drug Money as Drug Lord Ko Erwin Faces Trial

Former Bima police chief Didik Putra Kuncoro denies taking 2.8 bn IDR from drug lord Ko Erwin, while the trafficker and an associate are transferred to Bima for trial amid money‑laundering probes.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/former-bima-police-chief-denies-receiving-drug-money-as-drug-lord-ko-erwin-faces-trial

### 2026-06-24: Indonesia records over 85 kg methamphetamine seizure and uncovers airport drug smuggling

Indonesia’s East Java police reported 3,157 drug cases and seized 85 kg of methamphetamine, while customs, BNN and police busted three drug‑smuggling attempts at Soekarno‑Hatta Airport, including 10.8 kg of sm‑

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-records-over-85-kg-methamphetamine-seizure-and-uncovers-airport-drug-smuggling

### 2026-06-21: Lampung Police Launch Discipline Raid and Bust $15 Million Drug Trafficking Ring

Lampung police conducted a discipline raid on nightlife venues and, in a separate sweep, busted a Rp235 billion drug network, arresting 24 couriers and seizing massive narcotics stocks.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lampung-police-launch-discipline-raid-and-bust-15-million-drug-trafficking-ring

### 2026-06-20: Indonesia police bust meth operations in Surabaya and Binjai

Indonesian police seized nearly 300 g of meth in Surabaya and arrested a woman continuing her husband’s drug trade, while separate raids in Binjai and Langkat captured two men with 12 g of meth, highlighting an

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-police-bust-meth-operations-in-surabaya-and-binjai

### 2026-06-19: Medan police bust home‑made drug‑infused vape operation

Medan police raided a home‑made vape drug operation, arresting a 26‑year‑old, seizing 17 drug‑laden PODs and related equipment, and began pursuing the supplier.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/medan-police-bust-homemade-druginfused-vape-operation

### 2026-06-18: South Kalimantan Police Seize 128 kg of Methamphetamine

South Kalimantan police seized 128.7 kg of meth, valued over Rp 231 bn, in a June operation, earning provincial commendation.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-kalimantan-police-seize-128-kg-of-methamphetamine

### 2026-06-18: Indonesian police seize 128.7 kg meth in South Kalimantan, 13 g in Bengkulu

Indonesian police seized 128.7 kg of meth in South Kalimantan and 13 g in Bengkulu, arresting five and four suspects respectively in June 2026 operations targeting drug trafficking.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-seize-1287-kg-meth-in-south-kalimantan-13-g-in-bengkulu

### 2026-06-18: Indonesian Customs and Military Seize 21 kg of Methamphetamine at Border with Malaysia

Indonesian customs, military and police seized over 21 kg of methamphetamine at the Entikong border checkpoint, detaining a Malaysian driver and forwarding the case to authorities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-customs-and-military-seize-21-kg-of-methamphetamine-at-border-with-malaysia

### 2026-06-17: Indonesia police seize methamphetamine in Deli Serdang and Riau

Indonesian police seized a tiny meth packet in Deli Serdang and busted a 27‑kg meth network in Riau, arresting two suspects.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-police-seize-methamphetamine-in-deli-serdang-and-riau

### 2026-06-16: Indonesia police bust meth network in East Java and stop prison drug smuggling in Jakarta

Indonesian police dismantled a meth network in East Java and stopped four drug‑smuggling attempts in Jakarta prisons, arresting suspects and seizing multiple packages.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-police-bust-meth-network-in-east-java-and-stop-prison-drug-smuggling-in-jakarta

### 2026-06-15: Indonesia police thwart several drug smuggling operations in June 2026

Indonesian police in June 2026 busted multiple drug‑smuggling plots, seizing meth, ecstasy and other narcotics across Jakarta, Bekasi and other regions and arresting several suspects.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-police-bust-multi-province-methamphetamine-smuggling-rings

### 2026-06-12: Indonesian police seize more than 300 g of methamphetamine in recent crackdowns

Indonesian police arrested a meth dealer in Madiun, seizing 39 g, and captured 35 suspects in Cimahi, seizing 263 g of meth and other drugs, valuing the haul at roughly Rp800 million.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-seize-more-than-300-g-of-methamphetamine-in-recent-crackdowns

### 2026-06-11: Indonesian Police Arrest Drug Dealers and Wedding Dowry Thieves

Indonesian police arrested drug dealers in Berau (277 g meth) and a mother‑son pair in Bantaeng for stealing 55 million rupiah wedding dowry.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-arrest-drug-dealers-and-wedding-dowry-thieves

### 2026-06-11: Riau Police Crackdown on Illegal Ivory Trade Money Laundering and Drug Smuggling

Riau police uncovered a Rp1.9 bn ivory‑linked money laundering ring and seized assets, while customs and anti‑narcotics agents seized 6.9 kg of meth and 969 Etomidate cartridges in Pekanbaru.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/riau-police-crackdown-on-illegal-ivory-trade-money-laundering-and-drug-smuggling

### 2026-06-11: Indonesian police bust major drug shipments in West Java and Jambi

Indonesian police seized meth in West Java and over 53,000 ecstasy pills plus etomidate in Jambi, arresting a gang member and two suspects, respectively.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-bust-major-drug-shipments-in-west-java-and-jambi

### 2026-06-10: Indonesia Seizes Over 90 Kg of Methamphetamine in Major Drug Trafficking Cases

Indonesia seized over 90 kg of methamphetamine and thousands of ecstasy tablets in Lamandau and Jambi, arresting couriers and moving the cases to prosecutors.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-seizes-over-90-kg-of-methamphetamine-in-major-drug-trafficking-cases

### 2026-06-10: Bandung Influencer GA Arrested for Liquid Ketamine Pod Distribution

Cimahi police arrested Bandung influencer GA for distributing liquid ketamine in vaping pods, seizing 15 ml and five cartridges; profits were Rp1‑2 million per sale.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bandung-influencer-ga-arrested-for-liquid-ketamine-pod-distribution

### 2026-06-10: Indonesia police seize 21.4 kg meth at Entikong border and 421 g in Maros raid

Indonesian police seized 21.4 kg of meth from a Malaysian smuggler at the Entikong border and 421 g from a raid in Maros, arresting three suspects.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-police-seize-214-kg-meth-at-entikong-border-and-421-g-in-maros-raid

### 2026-06-09: Indonesian police seize methamphetamine in Lamongan and Lamandau raids

Indonesian police arrested a repeat drug offender in Lamongan, confiscating eight small meth packets, and destroyed 10.5 kg of meth seized from seven suspects in Lamandau, part of a Malaysia‑linked trafficking

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-police-seize-methamphetamine-in-lamongan-and-lamandau-raids

### 2026-06-08: Jakarta police seize large stash of illicit vape cartridges and arrest meth‑distributing couple

Jakarta police arrested a drug‑selling couple in Bekasi and seized meth, while a separate raid at a North Jakarta nightclub confiscated hundreds of etomidate‑filled vape cartridges, drawing praise from MP Ahmad

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jakarta-police-seize-large-stash-of-illicit-vape-cartridges-and-arrest-methdistributing-couple

### 2026-06-05: Ex‑Brimob Officer Dedy Wiratama Accused of Facilitating Samarinda Drug Network

Ex‑Brimob officer Dedy Wiratama was fired and investigated for acting as a monitoring “sniper” in Samarinda’s drug network, using radios to alert traffickers of police moves.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesian-officer-dedy-wiratama-dismissed-over-drug-village-role

### 2026-05-26: Indonesian Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking in Multiple Cities

Indonesian police seized ecstasy in Binjai, stabbed an officer during an OKU bust, detained a celebrity and a regional official’s child for cannabis use in Pekanbaru, and seized meth in Penajam Paser Utara.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pekanbaru-night-club-drug-raid-catches-regional-officials-child

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Cite as: Indonesia and Malaysia anti-drug enforcement updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20260605-indonesia-drug-enforcement-crackdown