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West Java Regional Police uncovered new facts in the case. Aside from Singapore, it turns out 17 babies were also sold domestically.

“Many new findings emerged, especially regarding the babies. It turns out some were part of an international adoption network, while others were for local adoption,” said the Director of General Criminal Investigation of West Java Regional Police, Kombes Surawan, at the West Java Police Headquarters.

For those sold internationally, police recorded 17 babies already sent to Singapore.

“Then, we secured 8 from the international network. Additionally, one baby was found deceased in Pontianak,” he added.

Surawan stated that for the local adoption network, there were 17 babies. Thirteen were ‘recruited’ by Astri and then handed over to Djaka Hamdani Hutabarat and Elin. Besides that, Djaka and Elin obtained babies from other sources.

“Then, the second involves the local network. This was directly from Astri to Djaka—around 13 babies from Astri to Djaka for local adoption. Djaka also had other baby sources besides Astri,” he explained.

Surawan also revealed the local adoption fees charged by the syndicate. For one baby, the price was far below the $20,000 charged for those sold to Singapore.

“For local adoptions, the price ranged between Rp 10-15 million,” he said.

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Bandung

Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is a vibrant city known for its cool climate, colonial architecture, and thriving arts and culinary scene. Established by the Dutch in the early 19th century, it became a popular highland retreat and later a center for education and creativity. Today, Bandung is also famous for its historical landmarks, such as the Gedung Sate, and its role in the 1955 Asia-Africa Conference, which promoted post-colonial solidarity.

West Java Regional Police

The West Java Regional Police (Polda Jawa Barat) is a law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining security and order in West Java, Indonesia. Established as part of the Indonesian National Police, it plays a key role in crime prevention, investigation, and public safety across the province. The force has evolved alongside Indonesia’s political and social changes, adapting to modern policing demands while addressing regional security challenges.

Singapore

Singapore is a vibrant city-state in Southeast Asia, known for its modern skyline, multicultural society, and bustling port. Founded as a British trading post in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles, it gained independence in 1965 and rapidly developed into a global financial hub. Today, it blends diverse cultural influences, with landmarks like Marina Bay Sands, Chinatown, and the historic Raffles Hotel reflecting its rich heritage and economic success.

Pontianak

Pontianak is the capital of Indonesia’s West Kalimantan province, located on the island of Borneo. Founded in 1771 by Syarif Abdurrahman Alkadrie, it became a significant trading hub due to its strategic position on the Kapuas River. The city is known for its multicultural heritage, blending Malay, Chinese, and Dayak influences, and is famous for its Equatorial Monument marking the zero-degree latitude line.

Astri

There is limited widely known information about a specific place or cultural site called “Astri.” If you are referring to **Astri Park** in Norway, it is a historic estate and park near Oslo, known for its beautiful gardens and 18th-century manor house, which once belonged to merchant Bernt Anker. Alternatively, if you mean another “Astri,” please provide more details for a more accurate summary.

Djaka Hamdani Hutabarat

Djaka Hamdani Hutabarat is not a widely recognized cultural site or historical place in available records. It may refer to an individual or a local figure, possibly within Indonesian culture (given the name’s origin). Without more specific information, it is challenging to provide a detailed summary of its historical or cultural significance.

If you have additional context or details, feel free to share them for a more accurate description.

Elin

There is no widely recognized place or cultural site named “Elin” in historical or cultural records. If you are referring to a specific location, it may be a misspelling or a lesser-known site—could you clarify or provide more details? For example, if you meant “Ellora” (the famous cave temples in India) or another name, I’d be happy to help!