bali police officers punished by national police for extorting money from a japanese tourist

National Police of Indonesia has confirmed that they have punished the two officers who recently extorted a Japanese tourist for 67.96$ (Rp 1 Million) on a violation of traffic in an incident that took place in Jembrana, Bali, in 2019.  “The police have taken strict action against the police officers,” National Police spokesman Insp. Gen. Argo Yuwono said as quoted by kompas.com on Friday, without providing further details on the punishment. 

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He confirmed the occurrence of extortion and has offered a public apology, at the same he encouraged the public to come forward and file a report if they go through a similar experience.

Ketut Gede Adi, Jembrana Police Chief Sr.Comm previously confirmed about two of his officers being involved in the case of extortion. and the officers also admitted the misconduct. 

“We are still investigating the case. They had confessed to their actions. However, we are still figuring out what they were going to do with the money,” Wibawa said.