KPK Searches the House of PDIP Secretary General Hasto Kristiyanto, Here are the New Facts Revealed

Kapanlagi.com - The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has once again captured public attention by conducting a search at the residence of PDIP Secretary General, Hasto Kristiyanto, on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. This bold step was taken in order to thoroughly investigate the bribery case involving PDIP politician, Harun Masiku.

The search, which lasted for four hours, is part of an investigation that has been ongoing since late December 2024. However, the KPK's actions have not escaped public scrutiny and speculation, especially regarding the suspicion that they acted too late. Although Hasto was named a suspect on December 24, 2024, the search was only conducted more than two weeks later.

In response to various criticisms, the KPK emphasized that all investigative steps, including the search, were carried out based on the need to gather evidence. In a press conference at the KPK Red and White Building, KPK spokesperson, Tessa Mahardhika, stated that investigators have their own considerations regarding the timing and location of the search. Despite many opinions from outside, their main focus is on collecting strong evidence.

Here is the chronology and interesting details surrounding the search of Hasto Kristiyanto's house, as reported by Kapanlagi.com from various sources, Wednesday (1/8).

1. The Designation of Hasto Kristiyanto as a Suspect

On December 24, 2024, the KPK officially announced the designation of Hasto Kristiyanto as a suspect in a bribery scandal that has shaken the political world, related to the interim replacement (PAW) of members of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI).

Hasto is accused of actively arranging the flow of bribe money to Wahyu Setiawan, a member of the KPU, in an effort by PDIP to fill the vacant seat in the DPR from the South Sumatra I electoral district after Nazarudin Kiemas left.

KPK's investigation revealed that Hasto, along with Harun Masiku and several others, was involved in bribery amounting to 19,000 Singapore dollars and 38,350 US dollars to secure Harun's position as a member of the DPR.

Moreover, Hasto is also suspected of committing obstruction of justice by instructing witnesses to lie and conceal important evidence, including a mobile phone related to this case, which is one of the reasons for his designation as an additional suspect.

2. Chronology of the Search at Hasto's House

The search that shook Hasto's house in Bekasi, West Java, began precisely at 14:45 WIB and attracted public attention with the presence of a KPK investigative team that arrived using seven vehicles. In a tense atmosphere, they immediately conducted a search for evidence, which lasted until around 18:19 WIB, when investigators were seen carrying a striking blue suitcase.

KPK spokesperson, Tessa Mahardhika, emphasized that this action was entirely based on the needs of the investigation, denying allegations that the search was a strategy to divert issues.

"Every step, including searches and seizures, is determined based on the need to meet the elements of the case being handled," said KPK Spokesperson Tessa Mahardhika Sugiarto at the KPK Red and White Building, South Jakarta, quoted from ANTARA on Wednesday (8/1).

Although this process was conducted privately, several parties questioned why this step was only taken after Hasto was designated as a suspect, but the KPK ensured that all actions had been meticulously planned to avoid the risk of losing evidence.

3. 2 Seized Items

Tuesday (1/7) was an important moment when KPK investigators conducted a search at the residence of the Secretary-General of the PDI Perjuangan DPP, Hasto Kristiyanto, in Villa Taman Kartini, Bekasi.

During the search, they managed to secure two valuable items: a flash drive and a small book written by Mas Kusnaidi. The legal representative of the PDI Perjuangan DPP, Johannes Tobing, revealed that the investigators suspected the contents of the flash drive were related to the ongoing investigation, including allegations of Harun Masiku's involvement.

"We witnessed everything that was seized, but we do not yet know the actual contents," Johannes explained, adding that they only received reports about the seized items.

4. Hasto's Role in the Bribery Case

In the revelation of this shocking case, the KPK identified Hasto Kristiyanto as a central figure allegedly involved in the bribery scandal involving Wahyu Setiawan.

He not only acted as a supplier of bribe funds but also directed lawyer Donny Tri Istiqomah to lobby the General Election Commission (KPU) for the interests of Harun Masiku to secure a seat in the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI).

Not stopping there, Hasto allegedly instructed his staff to erase evidence that could incriminate him, including orders to submerge Harun Masiku's phone so that the KPK could not track it. All of this occurred amid a dramatic KPK sting operation in January 2020.

5. Hasto Receives Second Summons Letter from KPK

In an intriguing statement, the Legal Counsel of the DPP PDI Perjuangan, Johannes Tobing, revealed that during the search by KPK investigators, Hasto was still carrying out his duties as the party's Secretary-General in Jakarta. He also added that Hasto has received the second summons letter from KPK, scheduled for January 13, 2025.

"We have received the second summons letter, and Hasto Kristiyanto will be present on that date," asserted Johannes Tobing, as reported by merdeka.com.

6. The Continuation of the Case and the Status of Harun Masiku

This case has once again brought up the name of Harun Masiku, a fugitive who has been missing since fleeing in January 2020. Although he has been placed on the wanted list (DPO), his whereabouts are still difficult to trace, and KPK continues to make efforts to locate him, even collaborating with the police.

The Chairman of KPK, Setyo Budiyanto, emphasized that the investigation of this case will continue, while several other names involved are also being closely monitored by the anti-corruption agency.

7. Why was Hasto Kristiyanto's house searched only now?

The KPK revealed that the search conducted is a strategic step in the investigation process, aimed at securing crucial evidence.

8. What is Hasto Kristiyanto's role in the Harun Masiku case?

Hasto is currently in the spotlight due to his alleged involvement in a shocking bribery scandal, where he is suspected of being the main financier.

9. Is Harun Masiku still on the run?

Since January 2020, Harun Masiku has remained a mysterious figure being hunted, disappearing without a trace and continues to be an unsolved puzzle to this day.

10. What did the KPK find in Hasto's house search?

The KPK has just shocked the public by bringing a mysterious suitcase from Hasto's residence, but the contents of the suitcase are still tightly kept and have not been revealed to the surface.

(kpl/rmt)