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Interpol Targets Indonesian Tycoon in $17 Billion Scandal

2/2/2026

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Interpol issued a red notice on January 23 for Indonesian oil tycoon Mohammad Riza Chalid, tied to a $17 billion corruption scandal, and nicknamed the "gasoline godfather."
Indonesia requested the notice and seeks help from law enforcement in 196 countries to locate Chalid.
Authorities know his location but have not disclosed specifics.
Chalid faces money laundering allegations involving state-owned Pertamina lease agreements from 2018 to 2023.

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Interpol issued a red notice on January 23 for Indonesian oil tycoon Mohammad Riza Chalid, tied to a $17 billion corruption scandal, and nicknamed the "gasoline godfather."
Indonesia requested the notice and seeks help from law enforcement in 196 countries to locate Chalid.
Authorities know his location but have not disclosed specifics.
Chalid faces money laundering allegations involving state-owned Pertamina lease agreements from 2018 to 2023.