Not Caught in the Act, Lawyer Reveals Ammar Zoni is Suspected of Being Set Up

Kapanlagi.com - Amid the narrative that corners Ammar Zoni as a drug dealer in prison, his legal team finally speaks out. John Matias, Ammar's lawyer, reveals the chronology of events from his client's perspective, indicating the possibility of entrapment.

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1. Not Caught in the Act

According to John Matias, in the incident that occurred in January 2025, Ammar Zoni was not caught in the act of possessing or using drugs. The evidence that forms the basis of the accusation actually came from someone else he did not know.

2. In the Cell and Called

Ammar Zoni © Directorate General of Corrections

"Yes, he was in the cell when suddenly called, after being called there were already police officers and five people were arrested, one of them showed evidence from those arrested claiming it was from Ammar," he said via Zoom, Friday (17/10/2025).

3. Do Not Know

Ammar Zoni © Directorate General of Corrections

In that moment, Ammar claimed he did not know the people who accused him at all. This then sparked a debate and mutual accusations.

"Ammar himself does not know that person, which became the basis for the debate. In the end, it turned into accusations against each other," John explained.

4. Not Caught in the Act

Ammar Zoni © Directorate General of Corrections

The fact that the evidence was not found directly from Ammar's hands or room became a crucial point in their defense.

"This means that the evidence was not taken from him, not caught in the act," he asserted.

5. Indications of Being Framed

Ammar Zoni © Directorate General of Corrections

Based on Ammar's version of the chronology, the legal team now has strong confidence that there are indications of framing against their client.

"Yes, based on Ammar's chronology, our opinion is that the indications suggest he was framed," he said.

6. Now Transferred to Nusakambangan

Ammar Zoni © Directorate General of Corrections

As is known, Ammar has now been transferred to the Nusakambangan prison due to his alleged involvement in drug trafficking within the Salemba detention center.

7. Prove it in Court

Ammar Zoni © Directorate General of Corrections

John Matias ensures that the complete chronology and these anomalies will be thoroughly exposed in court later to prove that Ammar Zoni is not a dealer as accused.

"Alright, we will prove it in court later," he concluded.

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