A man from Aceh was arrested in Tangerang as a supplier to East Nusa Tenggara, found with 42,000 pills of narcotics and hard drugs.

The Narcotics Investigation Directorate of the East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Regional Police dismantled a cross-island psychotropic drug distribution network.

During the operation, a 28-year-old man from Bireuen Regency, Aceh Province, identified by the initial S, was arrested in Tangerang. He was the one sending supplies of illegal drugs to the NTT region.

The arrest of S was the result of an investigation led from May 12 to 16, 2026. Suspect S is strongly suspected of being the mastermind behind sending illegal goods to a dealer identified as MI, who had already been placed in the NTT Police detention center.

From the arrest of S, police secured four locations for storing drugs and Class G hard drugs in the Tangerang and Jakarta areas.

During the raids, a total of 42,621 pills were seized as evidence, consisting of 1,150 psychotropic pills and 41,471 illegal hard drugs of various types.

In addition to the tens of thousands of sedative pills, officers also confiscated production and distribution equipment, including two mobile phones, dozens of plastic packaging wrappers, shipping boxes, digital scales, and a receipt printer.

The Acting Director of Narcotics Investigation for the NTT Police explained that suspect S exploited gaps in the shipping (expedition) route and online transactions to supply these dangerous drugs to Eastern Indonesia.

“This is a serious concern for us. Illegal drugs such as Alprazolam and Tramadol are very dangerous if misused because they can damage health, trigger addiction, and even potentially lead to other criminal acts,” he stated.

For his actions in supplying tens of thousands of illegal drugs to NTT, this young man from Aceh must now prepare to face his future behind bars.

Suspect S is charged under Article 62 of Law Number 5 of 1997 concerning Psychotropic Substances and Article 436 of Law Number 17 of 2023 concerning Health.

“The perpetrator faces a maximum prison sentence of 12 years or a maximum fine of up to Rp5 billion. Currently, we are still hunting down the supply network above S, whose identities we have obtained,” he concluded.

Bireuen Regency

Bireuen Regency is a region in the Indonesian province of Aceh, located on the northern coast of Sumatra. Historically, it played a significant role during the Aceh War against Dutch colonial forces in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and it was also a key area during the Aceh conflict in the early 2000s. Today, Bireuen is known for its agricultural production, particularly rice and palm oil, and its cultural heritage tied to Acehnese traditions.

Aceh Province

Aceh Province, located at the northern tip of Sumatra, Indonesia, is historically known as the “Veranda of Mecca” due to its role as a key center for the spread of Islam in Southeast Asia. It was once a powerful sultanate that fiercely resisted Dutch colonial rule and later gained special autonomy after a long separatist conflict. The province was also devastated by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, which prompted a peace agreement and significant reconstruction efforts.

Tangerang

Tangerang is a city in Banten Province, Indonesia, located just west of Jakarta. Historically, it grew as a center for Chinese-Indonesian communities, particularly during the Dutch colonial era, and is known for its distinctive lumpia

Bireuen Regency

Bireuen Regency is a region in the Indonesian province of Aceh, located on the northern coast of Sumatra. Historically, it was a key area during the Aceh War against Dutch colonial forces in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and it later played a significant role during the Aceh conflict and the post-tsunami reconstruction period. Today, Bireuen is known for its agricultural production, particularly rice and palm oil, as well as its cultural heritage tied to Acehnese traditions.

Aceh Province

Aceh Province, located on the northern tip of Sumatra, Indonesia, is known for its rich Islamic heritage and history as a powerful sultanate that resisted Dutch colonization in the 19th century. It gained international attention after the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, which led to a peace agreement ending a decades-long separatist conflict. Today, Aceh operates under Sharia law and is recognized for its distinct culture, including traditional dances and coffee production.

Tangerang

Tangerang is a city in Banten Province, Indonesia, located just west of Jakarta. Historically, it grew from a small settlement along the Cisadane River into a major industrial and commercial hub, influenced by Dutch colonial presence and later by waves of Chinese-Indonesian migration. Today, it is known for its diverse culture, modern development, and landmarks such as the Benteng Heritage Museum and the Old Market area.