The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) has arrested Indonesian fugitive Dewi Astutik, also known as Paryatin or Mami, for her alleged role in an international narcotics network operating across several countries.
The network spans Cambodia, Nigeria, Brazil, and the Golden Triangle region of Thailand, Myanmar, and Cambodia. Her arrest is connected to the smuggling of 2 tonnes of methamphetamine into Indonesia, with an estimated value of IDR 5 trillion.
BNN Head Commissioner General Suyudi Ario Seto confirmed that Dewi remains under investigation for her role in an international syndicate.
“Paryatin is currently part of a Cambodian-Nigerian-Brazilian network, so it has not been confirmed as an associate of Fredy Pratama,” he said, as quoted by Detiknews.
BNN’s investigation linked Dewi to several major smuggling attempts in 2024 and 2025. One key case in May 2025, which resulted in the interception of a large narcotics shipment, strengthened the operation that led to her arrest.
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International Coordination and Recruitment of Indonesian Couriers
BNN conducted the arrest in cooperation with the Cambodian Police, the Indonesian Embassy in Phnom Penh, the Indonesian Defence Attaché, the Strategic Intelligence Agency (BAIS) of the Indonesian Armed Forces, and Customs and Excise.
The cross-border operation was led by BNN’s Director of Enforcement and Pursuit, Roy Hardi Siahaan.
According to BNN’s official report, the operation followed a direct order from BNN Chief Suyudi a month earlier, instructing the formation of a special team to pursue Dewi internationally. The Indonesian Defence Attaché in Cambodia and BAIS TNI, led by Yudi Abrimantyo, provided mapping support and regional coordination.
The diplomatic process, including legal procedures for Dewi’s transfer, was handled by the Indonesian Ambassador to Cambodia, Santo Darmosumarto, and embassy staff. Coordination was conducted with the Deputy Chief of the Cambodian National Police, Chuon Narin, who supported the arrest and security arrangements.
Dewi was apprehended in Sihanoukville while walking towards a hotel lobby. The operation took place without public disturbance. She was transferred to Phnom Penh for identity verification and then handed over to Indonesian authorities.
Following the arrest, Suyudi acknowledged the cooperation between agencies.
“This success certainly confirms the BNN’s commitment to pursuing drug offenders abroad, through strong synergy between state institutions and police forces from friendly countries,” he said.
Upon her arrival in Indonesia, Dewi underwent further questioning regarding the financial flow, logistics management, and network structure. BNN stated that the syndicate distributes various narcotics, including cocaine, methamphetamine, and ketamine, across East Asia and Southeast Asia.
BNN emphasised that dismantling the wider organisation remains a priority. Investigators are examining the distribution channels, supply origins, and communication networks used by Dewi and her associates.
Suyudi also confirmed that Dewi had been actively recruiting Indonesians abroad.
“Based on further investigation, Paryatin specifically recruited unemployed Indonesian citizens in Cambodia and fellow couriers who were willing to join,” he said.
BNN reported that Dewi began recruiting in 2023. The couriers operated in Indonesia, Laos, Hong Kong, Korea, Brazil, and Ethiopia. Narcotics distributed by the syndicate also originated from these regions.
An intelligence report detected Dewi’s presence in Phnom Penh on 17 November 2025, prompting BNN to deploy a team to Cambodia on 30 November.
Coordination with BAIS, the Indonesian Embassy, and the Cambodian police led to her arrest on 1 December 2025. She was flown back to Indonesia on 2 December 2025 after verification procedures.
BNN stated that investigations will continue to identify all individuals involved and dismantle the transnational network linked to Dewi.
