The Directorate of General Criminal Investigation (Ditreskrimum) of the Polda Metro Jaya (Jakarta Metropolitan Police) has successfully uncovered an alleged scheme of Umrah pilgrimage fund embezzlement orchestrated by PT Hasanah Tama Internasional, also known as Hananiah Group. This travel agency reportedly enticed prospective pilgrims with a range of Umrah packages promoted through social media, ultimately leading to numerous individuals being unable to depart for their spiritual journey.
According to Kombes Pol Iman Imannudin, the Director of General Criminal Investigation for Polda Metro Jaya, the investigation into this case commenced following a police report filed with the SPKT Polda Metro Jaya on May 28, 2026. Subsequent inquiries led to the naming of ASFR, the CEO of PT Hasanah Tama Internasional, as a suspect in the ongoing probe.
Kombes Pol Iman elaborated on the operational modus operandi during a press conference at Polda Metro Jaya on Tuesday, May 2. He stated that the fraudulent activities occurred around February 2026, which was the period when pilgrims made their payments for Umrah trips promised for departures in March, April, June, and July of the same year. Victims initially became aware of these attractive Umrah travel offers through brochures prominently displayed on the Hananiah Group’s Instagram account, drawing them into the elaborate scheme.
The travel packages offered by Hananiah Group were diverse, ranging from IDR 29 million to IDR 46 million, and included various facilities. These enticing offers spanned different tiers, such as regular, premium, and VIP accommodations, with some even promising additional tours to several countries, further enhancing their appeal to potential pilgrims seeking a comprehensive and comfortable pilgrimage experience.
However, the promised departures for pilgrims scheduled in March and April 2026 never materialized. When the victims attempted to seek clarification regarding their travel plans, the management of Hananiah Group reportedly failed to provide satisfactory explanations concerning the substantial funds that had already been deposited. This lack of accountability and the continued failure to facilitate the pilgrimages ultimately prompted the police intervention.
In light of this incident, Kombes Pol Iman Imannudin issued a crucial public advisory, urging citizens to exercise extreme caution when selecting Umrah travel agencies or any pilgrimage tour operators. He specifically warned against being swayed by overly generous offers, such as numerous facilities at unusually low prices, or packages advertised with specific public figures or prominent personalities that seem too good to be true. Such deals, he emphasized, are often red flags for potential scams, where a lower price or an abundance of features might conceal fraudulent intentions.
The Ditreskrimum Polda Metro Jaya continues to handle and delve deeper into this case. To assist additional potential victims, the police have also established a dedicated complaint post, encouraging anyone who believes they have been defrauded by PT Hasanah Tama Internasional or Hananiah Group to come forward and report their experiences.
Summary
The Directorate of General Criminal Investigation of the Polda Metro Jaya has uncovered an Umrah fund embezzlement scheme by PT Hasanah Tama Internasional, also known as Hananiah Group. This travel agency enticed prospective pilgrims with various Umrah packages advertised through social media, but those scheduled for departures in March and April 2026 were unable to leave. The management failed to provide satisfactory explanations regarding the substantial deposited funds.
Following a police report filed on May 28, 2026, ASFR, the CEO of PT Hasanah Tama Internasional, has been named as a suspect. Kombes Pol Iman Imannudin advised the public to be cautious of overly generous offers from travel agencies, which may signal potential scams. The Ditreskrimum Polda Metro Jaya continues its investigation and has set up a dedicated complaint post for additional victims.