North Sumatra officials investigate allegations of online gambling by civil servants
North Sumatra’s Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises Office opened an investigation into claims that nine civil servants and government contractors spent money on online gambling, according to reports. Office head Naslindo Sirait confirmed the investigation and denied a link to an earlier website hack. Indonesia’s financial transaction analysis centre had completed an audit, which reportedly found evidence of deposits on gambling platforms.
The investigation may lead to disciplinary action against public employees and adds scrutiny to enforcement of Indonesia’s online-gambling rules.