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5 clusters · 25 sources · 36 days · First seen 2 months ago · Last updated about 1 month ago

Ruben Onsu cleared of fraud and embezzlement charges

Overview

Indonesian entertainer and entrepreneur Ruben Onsu has reached a formal settlement in a legal case involving alleged fraud and embezzlement. The investigation, conducted by the South Jakarta Metro Police, centered on a failed healthy food business investment totaling Rp3.5 billion involving a complainant identified as DM.

Following a mediation process in Jakarta on August 31, 2026, Onsu agreed to repay the full principal loss of Rp3.5 billion to DM. As a result of this agreement, the complainant withdrew the police report. Onsu attributed the delay in fulfilling his financial obligations to difficulties in liquidating personal assets due to current economic conditions, noting the experience served as a “valuable lesson.”

By September 23, 2026, the South Jakarta Metro Police officially terminated the investigation. Following the restorative justice process, a notice of termination of investigation (SP3) was issued. Onsu’s legal counsel, Machi Achmad, confirmed that the SP3 has been submitted to the Chairperson of the South Jakarta District Court. This termination revokes Onsu’s status as a suspect and, according to Achmad, ensures the matter cannot be legally prosecuted again. As part of the settlement, Onsu paid the Rp3.5 billion in principal compensation without interest or penalties.

Amidst these legal developments, reports indicate Onsu has expressed personal exhaustion regarding ongoing life challenges, with suggestions that he briefly considered leaving the entertainment industry due to the cumulative pressure of various personal and professional issues.

Separately, Onsu and Aditya Gumay, Director of PT Smaradana Pro, have reported a different dispute to the Jakarta Metropolitan Police. This case involves a film project titled NIA, where PT Smaradana Pro claims losses of Rp15 billion due to alleged embezzlement and copyright violations. Onsu served as an Executive Producer on the project, and the dispute reportedly stems from a lack of access to crucial Netflix distribution contracts.

Entities

Ruben Onsu · Polres Metro Jakarta Selatan · South Jakarta Metro Police · Machi Ahmad · Ahmad Ramzy

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[○ 1 SOURCE] Ruben Onsu and the complainant, identified by the initials DM, have reached a formal peace agreement.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The legal report regarding alleged fraud and embezzlement is set to be withdrawn following the settlement.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Ruben Onsu's lawyer, Machi Ahmad, stated that the presenter is focusing on mediation to protect his legal rights.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The dispute involving Ruben Onsu included allegations regarding the issuance of empty checks.

Timeline

about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 10 sources
Ruben Onsu legal investigation terminated after Rp 3.5 billion settlement
Police have terminated the fraud investigation against Ruben Onsu after he settled a Rp 3.5 billion dispute through restorative justice. Onsu also recently expressed personal exhaustion over life's pressures.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 10 sources
Ruben Onsu settles Rp3.5 billion investment fraud case
Presenter Ruben Onsu has settled an investment fraud case by repaying Rp3.5 billion to the complainant, leading to the withdrawal of police reports and the termination of his suspect status.
2 months ago

[CRIME] 9 sources
Ruben Onsu named suspect in Rp3.5 billion investment fraud case
Presenter Ruben Onsu is a suspect in an investment fraud case involving Rp3.5 billion. Allegations include the issuance of empty checks totaling Rp4.5 billion to a doctor.
2 months ago

[CRIME] 11 sources
Ruben Onsu named suspect in investment fraud case
Indonesian entertainer Ruben Onsu has been named a suspect in an investment fraud and embezzlement case in South Jakarta, though his legal team states he intends to take responsibility.
2 months ago

[CRIME] 5 sources
Ruben Onsu named suspect in fraud and embezzlement case
Indonesian presenter Ruben Onsu has been named a suspect by South Jakarta Police in an investigation involving alleged fraud and embezzlement related to an investment scheme.

Sources

antaranews.com · bengkulu.tribunnews.com · celebrity.okezone.com · denpasar24.com · disway.id · dutatv.com · era.id · gelora.co · harianjogja.com · imusic.id · inews.id · jawapos.com · jpnn.com · jurnas.com · kapanlagi.com · lifestyle.sindonews.com · m.jpnn.com · medcom.id · musik.kapanlagi.com · nouvelles-du-monde.com · okezone.com · regional.liputan6.com · republika.co.id · showbiz.liputan6.com · viva.co.id

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