Caught in Drugs Again, Fariz RM Admits It's Hard to Escape the Pressure of Popularity and Family

Kapanlagi.com - In shocking news, legendary musician Fariz RM has been arrested by the police on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in Bandung, West Java. This marks the fourth time for Fariz related to drug abuse cases, with evidence including meth and marijuana.

According to information from the South Jakarta Metro Police, Fariz RM is currently undergoing further examination after his arrest. Fariz revealed that his drug use was again triggered by family issues he is facing. His habit of consuming these illegal substances has been ongoing for the past year.

Fariz RM is charged under Article 111 paragraph 1, Article 112 paragraph 1, and Article 114 paragraph 1 of Law Number 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics, which threatens him with imprisonment of 5 to 20 years. This arrest serves as a reminder of his tumultuous career journey and struggle against addiction.

1. Fariz RM's Dark Trail

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Fariz RM, the performer of the hit song 'Sakura', is not a stranger in the legal world. This latest arrest adds to the long list of drug cases that have entangled him, starting from his first arrest on October 28, 2007, to his fourth on February 20, 2025. On the same occasion, Fariz RM expressed his apologies to his family. He admitted that he always tries to stop using drugs every time he gets caught in a case.

"Yes, of course, because I have repeatedly stopped every time after a case," he lamented his actions.

2. Family Pressure Behind Drug Abuse

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During the investigation, Fariz admitted that pressure from family issues was one of the reasons he returned to using drugs. "Maybe from our current examination, it's because of family problems. So, that's roughly it," said Telly Areska at the South Jakarta Metro Police, Thursday (20/2/2025).

"As for the current situation, from the confession, from the examination results just a year ago," added Telly Areska.

3. Evidence Found

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The police found evidence in the form of methamphetamine and marijuana during the arrest. This raises concerns about drug use among Indonesian artists. Fariz also revealed that the pressures of life, including those from his popularity, make it difficult for him to break free from the grip of drugs.

"However, the pressures, various pressures from popularity continue to weigh on me. Perhaps I will slip again," he revealed.

4. Chronology of the Arrest

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The arrest of Fariz RM was made after the police developed a drug trafficking case involving a man with the initials ADK, a former driver of Fariz. The police team managed to trace the trail to Bandung, where Fariz was secured.

This news of the arrest is certainly disappointing for many fans who have long supported Fariz RM's career. They hope that Fariz can quickly rise again and improve his life.

5. Necessary Rehabilitation Efforts

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This case raises questions about rehabilitation efforts once again. The police are currently considering the possibility of rehabilitation for Fariz RM. Given that this is the fourth time he has been detained in a similar case, further evaluation is being conducted. Previously, he was arrested in 2008, 2014, and 2015.

"We are looking into that; we are examining the possibility of rehabilitation further. For now, it is not yet determined, and from the results of the examination, we are still investigating whether there will be (rehabilitation)," said Telly Areska.

Hopefully, this arrest will be a turning point for Fariz RM to realize his mistakes and strive to improve himself. A brilliant career should continue without being hindered by legal issues.

(kpl/far/fbi)