The significant discovery of sacks filled with shredded Rp 50,000 and Rp 100,000 banknotes at an illegal landfill in Kampung Serang, Taman Rahayu Village, Setu District, Bekasi Regency, has prompted a cleanup operation. This unusual waste, which sparked widespread curiosity, is now steadily being cleared from the site.
On-site observations reveal a notable change: the bustling activity typically seen at such an illegal waste disposal area has ceased, and the waste pickers are no longer present. The area, once a hub of informal scavenging, has become eerily quiet.
While a visible reduction in the piles of shredded money waste has been observed, remnants are still scattered across the ground, hinting at the sheer volume initially found. This gradual decrease in the peculiar debris marks progress in the ongoing site management.
Presently, only seven sacks of the shredded currency remnants remain amidst the general refuse at the location. These isolated bags serve as a stark reminder of the unique and puzzling discovery that first drew attention to this clandestine dumping ground.
Further intensifying the investigation, a team from Bank Indonesia’s (BI) Money Management Department visited the site on Thursday, February 5th. Their crucial visit involved a thorough inspection of the scene, followed by the collection of a sample: a plastic bag containing a clump of the mysterious shredded currency.
In a related development, Setu Police Chief AKP Usep Aramsyah disclosed that law enforcement authorities had secured an additional 21 sacks filled with shredded banknotes. These numerous sacks were not seized but rather handed over to the police by the landowner on Wednesday evening, February 5th.
Explaining the unusual transfer, Chief Aramsyah informed reporters, “Yes, it has been relinquished, not taken by force, but voluntarily handed over by the landowner. They expressed apprehension about potential complications, which led them to surrender the material, and we subsequently accepted it.” This underscores the landowner’s concern regarding the implications of such a discovery on their property.
The police’s efforts to unravel this enigma are ongoing, with continuous coordination underway with Bank Indonesia (BI). The primary objective of this collaborative investigation is to ascertain the precise origin of the shredded money and understand why such a significant volume of currency would be disposed of in this manner.
Chief Aramsyah further emphasized the collaborative nature of the probe, stating, “As of now, we are still awaiting crucial information from Bank BI. We have also engaged in coordination with the Regional Police’s Intelligence Directorate, specifically their banking division, and the findings from these inquiries are eagerly anticipated.” The authorities remain committed to uncovering the full story behind this perplexing case of discarded currency.
Summary
Sacks containing shredded Rp 50,000 and Rp 100,000 banknotes were discovered at an illegal landfill in Setu, Bekasi, prompting a cleanup operation. The site, once bustling with waste pickers, has become quiet, with a significant reduction in the peculiar debris. Currently, only seven sacks of the shredded currency remain amidst the general refuse at the location.
Bank Indonesia (BI) visited the site on February 5th, inspecting the scene and collecting a sample of the shredded currency for investigation. Separately, Setu Police secured an additional 21 sacks of shredded banknotes, which were voluntarily handed over by the landowner due to apprehension. Police are coordinating with BI and the Regional Police’s Intelligence Directorate to determine the precise origin and reason for the disposal of such a large volume of currency.