Update:
National Police Chief Gen. Timur Pradopo confirmed yesterday that strict punishment will be handed out to the Bali police officer who was caught on camera receiving a bribe from a Dutch tourist.
“We’re committed that any offence, no matter how small shall be dealt with decisively. Whether it is related to problems with discipline or ethics,” said the chief of police at the Presidential Office in Jakarta yesterday.
According to official statements, the details of the incident in which a traffic police officer was videoed accepting a bribe and then using the fine to purchase beer is still being investigated. “It is still in process,” added Pradopo. However, it has been reported by some media that the officer in question has already been relieved of his post at the traffic intersection.
Meanwhile, according to Bali Police Chief Inspector Arif Wachyunadi regarding the issue of bribery, both the giver and the receiver can be charged with a criminal offence. “It’s a matter of bribery which means there is a giver and taker. Meaning everyone is implicated, we will continue our investigation,” stated Arif yesterday.