Ammar Zoni Speaks Out About the Acknowledgment Letter in the Drug Case, Claims He Was Directed by the Prison Authorities

He mentioned that during the process of writing the letter, he did not receive assistance from the legal team. This became a point emphasized by Ammar in front of the panel of judges to clarify the existing evidence.

"I wrote all of it, but I mean I was asked to. Asked by the detention center without assistance from legal counsel (PH)," said Ammar Zoni in the courtroom of the Central Jakarta District Court, Thursday (15/1/2026).

The panel of judges then asked further about the contents of the letter that contained a rather detailed and cooperative apology. The judge wanted to know where the idea for those words came from. Ammar explained that the narrative emerged after a discussion with the detention center officers regarding the presence of prohibited items linked to him.

"That's correct (my writing), but based on their request actually when I said there was still my item I said that, I wanted to bring this item," replied Ammar Zoni.

Meanwhile, a police witness named Mario who was present at the trial provided a different statement. The investigating team emphasized that the entire examination process, including the creation of documents and statements, was conducted in accordance with applicable regulations. Mario ensured that there was no physical pressure or coercion applied to Ammar during the process. "As I mentioned earlier, with the information I provided earlier there was none. There was no punching, no kicking. None of that," Mario asserted in front of the courtroom.

The police also brought evidence in the form of photos showing Ammar Zoni signing the examination documents. In the photo, the police noted that Ammar's facial expression did not show any signs of fear or pressure. This documentation was used to reinforce that the investigation process was transparent and without coercion from any officials. "In addition, there is a photo of Ammar clearly showing that there was no coercion during the signature," said Mario.

This case began when Ammar Zoni was suspected of receiving a package of 100 grams of methamphetamine from someone named Andre, who is still being sought. The package was then suspected of being distributed for resale in the prison environment. As a result of this action, Ammar now faces multiple charges related to the mediation of drug sales and possession of class one narcotics.