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Indonesian prison security raids

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Indonesian authorities have initiated a series of joint security raids across various detention centers to prevent the entry of prohibited items and narcotics. On September 17, a collaborative operation involving the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), the Indonesian National Police (Polri), and the National Narcotics Board (BNN) targeted the Purwokerto Class IIA Prison. The raid included inspections of residential blocks and random urine testing for inmates and staff, though no significant prohibited items were discovered. By September 19, similar joint operations were conducted in Surabaya and Surakarta. In Surabaya, authorities seized 53 prohibited items, including 22 lighters, 10 metal razors, six makeshift electrical outlets, glass objects, cutters, knives, cables, and earphones. Tristiantoro Adi Wibowo, Head of Rutan Kelas I Surabaya, stated the raid aims to strengthen security and detect potential disturbances early. In Surakarta, a raid involving the BNN, TNI, and Polri resulted in the confiscation of items such as iron bars, nails, glass, and clothes hangers, though officials reported that no narcotics or mobile phones were found. On September 22, operations continued in Tarakan and Karawang, aligning with the ‘15 Acceleration Programs’ initiated by Minister of Immigration and Correctional Affairs Agus Andrianto to eradicate narcotics and fraud. In Tarakan, a combined force found no narcotics or mobile phones, phones were found, and inmate urine tests were negative. In Karawang, a large-scale inspection by 73 personnel resulted in no drugs or phones being discovered, but officers seized security risks including hammers, nails, improvised water heaters, and various cables. On September 28, security measures intensified in Bengkalis and Tanjungpinang. At Lapas IIA Bengkalis, six coordinated teams conducted cell inspections targeting mobile phones, electronic devices, and unauthorized electrical installations. In Tanjungpinang, the Lapas Narkotika Kelas IIA implemented socialization sessions with inmate cell leaders to reinforce prohibitions against weapons, explosives, and communication devices. These efforts aim to achieve ‘Zero Halinar’—a policy targeting the elimination of mobile phones, illegal levies, and narcotics.

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  1. 2026-09-30 06:51 UTC Indonesian prison security raids
  2. 2026-09-23 06:22 UTC Indonesian prison security raids
  3. 2026-09-19 08:52 UTC Indonesian prison security raids

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