Teknowarta JAKARTA — The Indonesian National Police’s Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) has successfully apprehended the notorious fugitive Fernando, also known as The Doctor, a prominent drug lord linked to the equally infamous Koh Erwin. This significant arrest marks a major breakthrough in combating drug trafficking networks.
Brigadier General Eko Hadi Santoso, Director of Drug Crime Investigation at Bareskrim Polri, confirmed the critical capture. He stated that the successful operation was the result of a collaborative effort between a joint team from the Indonesian National Police and Interpol, meticulously executed in Penang, Malaysia.
Speaking in a written statement on Monday, April 6, 2026, Brigadier General Eko announced, “It is true that on Sunday, April 5, 2026, the DPO (Desired Person) Andre Fernando, who goes by the aliases Charlie and The Doctor, was successfully apprehended.” He further added that The Doctor is currently on a flight back to Indonesia, under the secure escort of joint officers, ensuring his safe repatriation to face justice.
Fernando, widely known by his criminal moniker The Doctor, is identified as a major supplier to Koko Erwin, another key figure in the illicit drug trade spanning from Bima Kota to West Nusa Tenggara (NTB). His capture is expected to significantly disrupt the regional narcotics supply chain.
Notably, Koko Erwin himself was known to funnel money and narcotics to AKBP Didik, a transaction facilitated by former Head of Drug Enforcement for Bima Kota Resort Police, AKP Malaungi. Beyond his extensive regional network, The Doctor also played a crucial role as a supplier of illicit goods to The White Rabbit, a well-known nightlife establishment located in Jakarta, underscoring the breadth of his criminal operations.
Summary
The Indonesian National Police’s Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) successfully apprehended notorious drug lord Fernando, also known as The Doctor, in Penang, Malaysia. This significant capture, a result of a joint operation with Interpol, took place on April 5, 2026. Brigadier General Eko Hadi Santoso confirmed that Fernando is now being escorted back to Indonesia to face justice.
Fernando, or The Doctor, is identified as a major drug supplier linked to the infamous Koh Erwin, who operated from Bima Kota to West Nusa Tenggara. His extensive criminal operations also included supplying illicit goods to The White Rabbit, a Jakarta nightlife establishment. This arrest is expected to severely disrupt the regional narcotics supply chain.