The chief justice of Indonesia's Constitutional Court Akil Mochtar has been arrested by anti-corruption officials late on Wednesday for alleged bribery, at his home.

He was arrested for allegedly accepting at least $250,000 (£154,000) in bribes. Officials say the arrest, the latest in a series of high-profile cases, was linked to a regional election.

The Constitutional Court, established in 2001, holds the same legal standing as the country's Supreme Court and its duties include hearing cases concerning the constitution and making decisions on election-related cases.

The court has developed a reputation as a respected judicial institution over the years, observers say.

Mr Mochtar, 62, was elected for a five-year term to the constitutional court this year. He was previously a member of the Golkar party before joining the Constitutional Court.

He was arrested at his home in Jakarta after a businessman and a lawmaker allegedly handed him money. Two other people have also been arrested in connection with the case.