Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. Investigators from the Directorate of Narcotics Crime of Metro Jaya Regional Police have uncovered a network involved in the distribution of crystal meth disguised as Chinese tea and imported coffee from America. The Chief of Metro Jaya Regional Police Inspector General Karyoto explained that the investigation began in late June 2023, following information received by Unit 2 Sub-Directorate 3 of the Narcotics Crime Directorate regarding drug abuse and the circulation of crystal meth allegedly carried out by an individual named RB, alias Robi. The suspect was known to operate in the Pamulang and Depok areas. He further explained that on July 1, 2023, the team conducted a thorough investigation and surveillance of the target, who was spotted near Ruko Akbar Motor on Cinangka Street in Serua Village, Bojongsari District, Depok City, West Java. During the surveillance operation, the team observed Robi waiting for or engaging in a transaction with an unidentified individual. "At approximately 05.50 am, based on their suspicions, the team carried out a search and subsequently arrested Mr. RB, alias Robi," he said during a press conference on Monday (17/7/23). During the search of the suspect's vehicle, 29 packets of crystal meth were discovered, concealed within coffee packets branded as BLUEBEARD, imported from America. The suspect was interrogated and revealed the existence of 5 additional packets of crystal meth, located approximately 50 meters from the arrest site. The suspect is now facing charges under Article 114 paragraph (2) in conjunction with Article 112 paragraph (2) of Law No. 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics with a minimum prison sentence of 5 years and maximum sentence of life imprisonment or the death penalty. (ay/hn/um)