Fariz RM Pays Driver to Buy Narcotics, Police Reveal

INDONESIAUPDATES.COM, News En – The South Jakarta Police have uncovered details of a narcotics case involving famous musician Fariz RM. The Deputy Head of the Narcotics Unit at South Jakarta Police, Kompol Telly Areska Putra, revealed that Fariz RM paid his personal driver, identified as ADK, a sum of IDR 100,000 to purchase illegal drugs.

“Each time the suspect ADK bought narcotics, he received a payment of IDR 100,000 to IDR 200,000 from FRM,” said Kompol Telly Areska Putra during a press conference at the South Jakarta Police Station on Thursday, February 20, 2025.

Kompol Telly further clarified that the narcotics bought by ADK were not intended for resale.

“According to the confession of suspect FRM, the narcotics were only for personal use,” he added.

Fariz RM allegedly instructed his driver, ADK (45), to purchase narcotics, including methamphetamine and marijuana, for personal consumption.

“ADK, a 45-year-old private driver, was instructed by FRM to buy methamphetamine and marijuana, which are the items of evidence in this case,” said Kompol Telly.

Legal Charges Against Fariz RM and ADK

Both suspects face charges under Indonesia’s Narcotics Law, specifically:

  • Article 111 (1)
  • Article 112 (1)
  • Article 114 (1)

These charges carry a potential sentence of 5 to 20 years in prison.

Kompol Telly emphasized the serious consequences for the suspects involved in this case, underscoring the law’s firm stance on narcotics-related offenses.

Chronology of Arrest

Previously, police arrested two suspects in the narcotics case, including ADK (45) and Fariz RM (65), a well-known musician. Authorities recovered evidence in the form of:

  • 0.89 grams of methamphetamine
  • 7.4 grams of marijuana

FAQ – Fariz RM Narcotics Case


1. What is Fariz RM accused of?

Fariz RM is accused of paying his personal driver, ADK, to buy narcotics for personal consumption, including methamphetamine and marijuana.

2. How much did Fariz RM pay his driver for buying narcotics?

Fariz RM paid his driver between IDR 100,000 and IDR 200,000 each time ADK bought narcotics.

3. What charges are Fariz RM and ADK facing?

Both suspects face charges under Indonesia’s Narcotics Law, which includes potential sentences ranging from 5 to 20 years in prison.

4. What kind of drugs were involved in the case?

The drugs involved in the case include methamphetamine (0.89 grams) and marijuana (7.4 grams).

5. How did the police apprehend the suspects?

Police arrested the two suspects after investigating the case and recovered the illegal narcotics during the arrest.


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