Jakarta, IDN Times – In a significant development, the Directorate of Special Criminal Investigation (Ditreskrimsus) of the Polda Metro Jaya has officially detained prominent cosmetic doctor Richard Lee. The detention is in connection with an alleged consumer protection violation case, confirmed by the Head of Public Relations for Polda Metro Jaya, Commissioner Pol Budi Hermanto. Dr. Richard Lee was taken into custody following a four-hour examination on Friday, April 6, 2026, which took place from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM WIB. “The suspect, DRL, was detained at 9:50 PM WIB at the Polda Metro Jaya detention center,” Budi told IDN Times on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
The decision by Polda Metro Jaya to proceed with Dr. Richard Lee’s detention stems from a series of actions deemed to have obstructed the ongoing investigation. During his examination as a suspect, the cosmetic doctor faced 29 questions from investigators. One of the primary reasons cited for his detention was his failure to attend a crucial additional examination scheduled for March 3, 2026. Commissioner Pol Budi Hermanto revealed that Dr. Lee provided no clear explanation for his absence, and instead, was observed conducting a live session on his TikTok account on the very same day, a move that raised concerns among authorities.
Further compounding his legal troubles, Richard Lee also allegedly failed to comply with mandatory reporting obligations on two separate occasions: February 23, 2026, and March 5, 2026. These absences, again without clear justification, contributed to the authorities’ decision. Prior to his formal detention, Polda Metro Jaya’s medical division (Biddokes) conducted a comprehensive health check on Dr. Lee. This included assessments of his blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and body temperature, all of which were reported as normal, confirming he was fit for detention. Additionally, before being placed in custody, all personal belongings of the suspect unrelated to the investigative process were duly handed over to his legal counsel.
The underlying issue leading to these events is the initial designation of Richard Lee as a suspect in the alleged consumer protection violation case. This case originated from a complaint filed by a consumer identified as Dr. Amira Farahnaz (also known as Dr. Samira or “Detective Doctor”). The complainant reported purchasing several branded beauty products from Dr. Lee’s line via various online marketplaces between October and November 2024. The products, which included “White Tomato,” “DNA Salmon,” and “Miss V Stem Cell by Athena Group,” were priced from hundreds of thousands to over one million rupiah. Upon receipt, these products were allegedly found to be problematic, with issues ranging from ingredients not matching their labels, unsterile conditions, to packaging suspected of being repackaged. Following a thorough investigation and case review, Polda Metro Jaya officially named Richard Lee as a suspect in the alleged consumer protection breach on December 15, 2025.
Summary
Cosmetic doctor Richard Lee was detained by Polda Metro Jaya on April 6, 2026, following a four-hour examination. His detention is linked to an alleged consumer protection violation case and charges of obstructing the ongoing investigation. Authorities cited his failure to attend a crucial examination on March 3, 2026, opting instead to conduct a live TikTok session. He also reportedly missed mandatory reporting obligations on two other dates without clear explanation.
Lee’s designation as a suspect in the consumer protection case occurred on December 15, 2025. This stemmed from a complaint by Dr. Amira Farahnaz, who reported purchasing several problematic beauty products from his line in late 2024. The products allegedly had issues such as mismatched ingredients, unsterile conditions, and suspected repackaging.