Sukabumi, West Java. Police in Sukabumi, West Java, have uncovered an alleged operation producing counterfeit driver’s licenses and arrested a man suspected of making and selling the documents.

The suspect, identified by his initials HS, was arrested at his home in Bojonggenteng district, where police found equipment and materials allegedly used to produce the fake licenses.

Officers seized a laptop, a printer, card-making materials, and several counterfeit driver’s licenses that had not yet been delivered to customers.

Police investigator Dudi Suharyana said the case emerged following reports and information from residents about driver’s licenses suspected of not having been officially issued by the police.

A preliminary investigation identified at least four people believed to have obtained fake licenses from the suspect.

Police said HS promoted his services through social media and word of mouth, promising customers that their licenses would be ready within two to three days.

He allegedly charged different rates depending on the type of license, asking Rp 500,000 ($28) for a car driver’s license and around Rp 400,000 for a motorcycle license.

According to police, the counterfeit licenses contained several irregularities and noticeable differences from official licenses issued by the National Police.

“For now, the evidence we have seized includes a laptop used for designing and printing, a printer, and other equipment related to producing the driver’s licenses,” Dudi said.

Police are continuing their investigation into the case, including the extent of the alleged distribution of the counterfeit licenses.

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