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Teknowarta – Dr. Richard Lee, a prominent influencer and dermatologist, has once again become a focal point of discussion on social media following his official detention by investigators from the Ditreskrimsus Polda Metro Jaya on Friday night, March 6, 2026. The Palembang-based YouTuber was taken into custody for allegedly obstructing the ongoing investigation by failing to comply with official summonses.
Known for his extensive medical background, Dr. Richard Lee is a highly regarded beauty doctor from Palembang, recognized for his commitment to educating the public on science-backed skincare. Born in Medan on October 11, 1985, his academic journey in medicine began at Universitas Sriwijaya, followed by further studies at Universitas Respati Indonesia. His professional career commenced as a general practitioner with a company under the esteemed Sinarmas Group in Palembang.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Richard Lee has masterfully leveraged digital media to amplify his educational outreach. His YouTube channel, a trusted resource for consumers, offers reliable information concerning the ingredients and safety of various skincare products. Complementing this, his Instagram account, @dr.richard_lee, serves as an engaging platform for educational interaction, boasting millions of dedicated followers.
In his personal life, Dr. Richard Lee is often portrayed as a dedicated family man, known for his harmonious domestic sphere. He has been married to dr. Reni Effendi, Dipl. AAAM, since 2012, and together they have three children. Their family life has frequently served as an inspiration to his vast online following.
Recently, however, Dr. Richard Lee’s name resurfaced amidst a high-profile public dispute with “Dokter Detektif” (Detective Doctor) on social media. This culminated in him being officially named a suspect by law enforcement on December 15, 2025, an development that has intensified public scrutiny of his career trajectory and personal life.
Chronology of Detention
The arrest of Dr. Richard Lee by Ditreskrimsus Polda Metro Jaya investigators on Friday evening, March 6, 2026, stems from his alleged obstruction of justice. The popular influencer and YouTuber, hailing from Palembang, was reportedly found conducting a live broadcast on TikTok at the very time he was scheduled to provide crucial testimony to investigators, having previously failed to appear for official summonses.
Dr. Richard Lee’s journey to becoming a suspect began with a series of consumer complaints regarding beauty products. In one instance, a victim purchased a “White Tomato” branded product from the Gerabah Shop marketplace for Rp 670,100. Upon receipt and inspection, the product’s composition allegedly lacked the advertised White Tomato ingredient.
Further complaints emerged on October 23, 2024, when another victim acquired a “DNA Salmon” branded product from Raycells Shop for Rp 1,032,700, which was later suspected to be non-sterile. This pattern continued on November 2, 2024, when a “Miss V Stem Cell by Athena Group” product, purchased from Goddeskin by Athena for Rp 922,000, arrived and was subsequently found to be merely a repackaged version of a “RE.Q ping” product.
These incidents prompted Dr. Samira Farahnaz, known as “Dokter Detektif” (Detective Doctor), to file a report against Dr. Richard Lee with the Polda Metro Jaya, alleging violations of consumer protection laws concerning beauty products. In a reciprocal move, Dr. Richard Lee filed a counter-report against Dr. Samira with the South Jakarta Police. As events unfolded, both individuals have now been officially named as suspects in their respective cases.
“The suspect failed to appear for an additional examination on March 3, 2026, without providing any clear explanation. On the contrary, on that very day, the suspect was observed conducting a live broadcast on his TikTok account,” stated Kombes Budi Hermanto, Head of Public Relations for Polda Metro Jaya, on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Furthermore, Budi added that Dr. Richard Lee had consistently missed mandatory reporting dates on Monday, February 23, 2026, and Thursday, March 5, 2026, again without legitimate reasons. “Based on these grounds, suspect DRL was detained at 9:50 PM at the Polda Metro Jaya detention facility,” he confirmed.
Before his detention, Budi noted that Dr. Richard Lee underwent a comprehensive health check conducted by Biddokes Polda Metro Jaya. This examination included checks for blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and body temperature, all of which yielded normal results, indicating he was fit for normal activities. Additionally, his personal belongings not relevant to the investigative process were entrusted to his legal counsel prior to the detention.
Summary
Dr. Richard Lee, a well-known influencer and