The case involving Supriadi, a corruption inmate, who was found relaxing at a coffee shop shortly after attending a judicial review hearing at the Kendari District Court in Southeast Sulawesi, has triggered significant repercussions. This breach of protocol has led to immediate and far-reaching consequences within the correctional system.
In response to the incident, the Regional Office of the Directorate General of Corrections (Ditjenpas) of Southeast Sulawesi promptly deactivated Rikie Umbaran from his position as Head of the Kendari Class II A Detention Center. Speaking in Kendari on Friday, April 17, 2026, Sulardi, the Head of the Sultra Ditjenpas Regional Office, stated, “We have temporarily deactivated him to facilitate the examination process.”
Sulardi further clarified that this temporary deactivation is a measure to ensure an unimpeded internal investigation. The decision was formalized through Command Letter Number WP.27-588.SA.04.01 Year 2026, issued on the same date, April 17, 2026. The final disciplinary actions to be taken against the Head of the Detention Center will await the comprehensive findings from both the Regional Office’s investigation and the Central Operational Unit for Internal Compliance of the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections.
The controversy erupted after a video widely circulated online, depicting Supriadi, a former Head of the Kolaka Port Authority, casually enjoying himself at a cafe following his judicial review hearing. Despite being under the escort of correctional officers, the inmate’s presence outside the detention facility in such a manner constituted a clear violation of established release procedures.
Beyond the administrative action against the Kendari Rutan head, the Ditjenpas Sultra has also imposed strict sanctions on Supriadi himself and the correctional officers responsible for his escort during the incident. These sanctions include the transfer of Supriadi to the high-security Nusakambangan Prison, signaling a severe disciplinary measure. Additionally, the escorting officers have been reassigned from the Kendari Detention Center to the Sultra Ditjenpas Regional Office.
Supriadi’s original conviction stemmed from a corruption case involving the abuse of authority in issuing Sailing Permits (SIB) for the illegal transportation of nickel. This illicit activity resulted in a staggering state loss of Rp 233 billion. He was previously sentenced to five years in prison, ordered to pay a fine of Rp 600 million, and mandated to compensate the state with Rp 1.255 billion. Court proceedings revealed that Supriadi had illicitly received Rp 100 million in bribes for each illegally issued barge document, underscoring the depth of his corrupt practices.
Summary
Corruption inmate Supriadi was found relaxing at a coffee shop in Kendari shortly after attending a judicial review hearing, triggering significant repercussions. In response, Rikie Umbaran, Head of the Kendari Class II A Detention Center, was temporarily deactivated by the Regional Office of the Directorate General of Corrections (Ditjenpas) of Southeast Sulawesi. This action, formalized on April 17, 2026, aims to facilitate an unimpeded internal investigation into the breach of protocol.
Beyond the administrative action, strict sanctions were also imposed on Supriadi, who was transferred to the high-security Nusakambangan Prison. The correctional officers responsible for his escort during the incident were reassigned from the Kendari Detention Center to the Sultra Ditjenpas Regional Office. Supriadi was previously convicted for corruption involving the abuse of authority in issuing permits for illegal nickel transportation, resulting in a substantial state loss.