Jakarta –
The Attorney General’s Office (Kejagung) arrested a suspect in the tinware corruption case, Hendry Lie at Soekarno Hatta (Soetta) Tangerang Airport. Hendry was arrested at Soetta Airport after returning from Singapore.
“It was secured at Soetta Airport, after the person concerned returned from Singapore,” said Head of Legal Information Center (Kapuspenkum) Harli Siregar, Monday (18/11/2024).
Harli said Hendry Lie had been receiving treatment in Singapore. He also said that Hendry Lie’s passport will expire at the end of this month.
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“That person is receiving treatment in Singapore. His passport will expire on 27 November 2024,” he said.
It is known on Monday (11/18/2024) that Hendry Lie arrived at the Attorney General’s Office, South Jakarta at around 23.13 WIB. He got out of the prison car.
Hendry Lie was then taken by the prosecutor to the Attorney General’s Building. Still no word from Hendry.
Hendry is known to be a private party in the tin corruption case, that is as Beneficial Owner of PT TIN. He has been named as a suspect in this case since last April.
Hendry Lie was absent every time the AGO recorded a call. Hendry Lie has argued that he is still in Singapore for treatment, so he cannot fulfill the inspector’s summons.
“No arrest has been made, due to illness and illness, there has been a notification from his lawyer,” the Head of the Public Prosecutor’s Office, Harli Siregar, told reporters at the Attorney General’s Office , South Jakarta, last Monday (30/30). 9).
For your information, the Attorney General’s Office has charged 23 people as suspects in a corruption case regarding the trade of tin products in PT Timah Tbk IUP area for 2015-2022. 17 suspects have begun to stand trial, and 3 of them have even been sentenced.
The total loss in this case is IDR 300 trillion. Some losses are caused by damage to the ecosystem.
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2024-11-18 16:41:00
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How have Hendry Lie’s previous actions and absence from the investigation influenced public perception of the judicial process in this high-profile corruption case?
Question 1: Firstly, can you tell us more about the tinware corruption case that is currently in the spotlight? What are the key allegations, and who are the main players involved?
Guest 1: The tinware corruption case involves the alleged misappropriation of funds worth IDR 300 trillion related to the trade of tin products in PT Timah Tbk IUP area for the years 2015-2022. The main players involved are private individuals and public officials who were responsible for issuing mining permits and supervising the operations of the company. The case highlights the potential collusion between the government and private businesses, leading to significant financial losses and environmental damage.
Guest 2: Yes, exactly. The suspects involved in the case include individuals from various backgrounds such as government officials, businessmen, and even members of the legal profession. They are accused of engaging in corrupt practices such as bribery, embezzlement, and money laundering to secure lucrative mining permits for their personal gain. The case has drawn significant public attention due to its scale and impact on the industry, as well as its implications for Indonesia’s broader efforts to combat corruption.
Question 2: Now, tell us about Hendry Lie, who has recently been arrested in connection with the case. What is his role in this scandal, and how has he been involved so far?
Guest 1: Hendry Lie is a private individual who has been named as a suspect in the case since April. He is believed to be a beneficial owner of PT TIN, one of the companies involved in the tin trade. Despite being a suspect, he has been absent from previous calls made by the AGO, citing ongoing medical treatment in Singapore. It’s reported that he was arrested at Soetta Airport after returning from Singapore where he had been receiving treatment.
Guest 2: Yes, Hendry Lie’s absence from the investigation has been a point of contention. Some have argued that his ongoing treatment in Singapore could be a ploy to avoid prosecution, while others note the importance of addressing his health concerns. Nevertheless, his arrest signals a significant development in the case and highlights the determination of the Indonesian authorities to hold all those responsible account
