The Criminal Investigation Agency of the Indonesian National Police (Bareskrim Polri), in coordination with the Riau Islands Regional Police (Polda Kepri), has arrested 197 individuals in Batam for their alleged involvement in criminal gambling activities. The operation marks a significant enforcement action against illegal gambling operations in the region.
Authorities conducted the sweep to address the prevalence of gambling offenses. The suspects are currently in police custody as investigations continue to determine their specific roles and the scale of the illicit operations.
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