Today, the Jakarta Military Court II-08 held a continuation of the case of alleged kidnapping and murder of a bank branch head with the initials MIP (37), Monday, April 27. The agenda of this trial focuses on examining witnesses.

Spokesperson for the Military Court II-08 Jakarta, Major Laut (Law) Arin Fauzam, said the trial was scheduled to take place in the morning at around 10.00 WIB in the Garuda Courtroom.

"The examination of witnesses is carried out as usual, if the parties are complete," said Arin, quoted by Antara, Monday, April 27.

In this case, three TNI soldiers were defendants, namely Serka MN, Kopda FH, and Serka FY. All three were accused of being involved in a series of kidnappings that led to the murder of the victim.

Arin explained that out of a total of 17 witnesses prepared, the summons was carried out gradually to maintain the effectiveness of the trial. At this trial, it is planned that seven witnesses will be examined, although the presence of witnesses is still pending confirmation.

Previously, the panel of judges had rejected all the objections (excuses) submitted by the defendants and their legal advisers. Presiding Judge Colonel Chk Fredy Ferdian Isnartanto stated that the objections were not legally based and the trial must continue.

The military audit filed a layered indictment, with the main indictment of Article 340 of the Criminal Code regarding premeditated murder. In addition, there is a sub-charge of Article 338 of the Criminal Code and Article 351 paragraph (3) of the Criminal Code regarding abuse which resulted in death.

The defendants were also charged with Article 333 paragraph (3) of the Criminal Code regarding the deprivation of liberty which caused death, as well as Article 181 of the Criminal Code regarding the alleged concealment of the body.

The trial will continue to reveal the legal facts and the role of each defendant in the case.


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