Doctor Richard Lee Detained by Jakarta Police Amid Consumer Protection Case

Jakarta, Indonesia – Doctor Richard Lee, a prominent figure in Indonesia’s beauty industry, was detained by the Polda Metro Jaya (Jakarta Metropolitan Police) on Friday, April 6, 2026, following an investigation into alleged violations of consumer protection laws. The detention stems from concerns that Lee was obstructing the investigation, according to authorities.

Reasons for Detention

The Polda Metro Jaya cited two primary reasons for the detention. First, Lee failed to appear for a scheduled additional examination on March 3, 2026, without providing a valid explanation. Instead of attending the examination, he conducted a live stream on his TikTok account as reported by IDN Times. Second, Lee was absent from mandatory reporting requirements on February 23 and March 5, 2026, as well without providing a justifiable reason. Tribun Jakarta reports that authorities considered this a lack of respect for the legal process.

“The suspect does not represent a citizen who obeys and respects the law,” stated Kombes Pol Budi Hermanto, Head of Public Relations for the Polda Metro Jaya according to Portaloka.id.

Background of the Case

The case originated from reports filed by consumers alleging issues with Richard Lee’s beauty products. He was initially named a suspect in December 2025 following a case review. Pejabat Publik notes that the allegations involve violations of consumer protection and health regulations related to his products and beauty treatments.

Detention Details

Richard Lee was taken into custody at 9:50 PM local time on Friday, April 6, 2026 and is being held at the Polda Metro Jaya detention center. Prior to his detention, he underwent a health check, which revealed normal vital signs. Personal belongings unrelated to the investigation were handed over to his legal counsel.

About Richard Lee

Dr. Richard Lee is a well-known figure in Indonesia, working as a dermatologist, running the Klinik Athena beauty clinic, and maintaining a popular YouTube channel focused on skincare education. Pejabat Publik reports that he previously lived in modest circumstances before achieving success in the beauty industry.