TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Jombang Regent Nyono Suharli Wihandoko was caught in sting operation (OTT) held by Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). He was arrested with his aide.
"Yes, that’s right, Jombang Regent along with his aide," KPK spokesperson Febri Diansyah said on Saturday (3/2).
Nyono and his aide arrived in KPK at around 9.15 p.m. Both are currently questioned in KPK Merah Putih building, Kuningan PersadaStreet, South Jakartaon Saturday evening (3/2).
Nyono was caught in sting operation since he was alleged to accept bribes relating to projects in Jombang Regency. Nevertheless, the amount of money confiscated is still not known. "Our team is still in the field this afternoon an evening," Febri said.
KPK has 24 hours to name the status of Jombang Regent and his aide.
DEWI NURITA