ABC AUSTRALIA, 08/07/2004 22:55:37
Prosecutors call for 10 years jail for Indonesian commander
Indonesian prosecutors have requested a 10-year sentence for the commander of
Kopassus, the country's top special force, for his alleged role in the massacre of
Muslim activists almost two decades ago.
Prosecutors have accused Major-General Sriyanto of gross human rights violations.
Major-General Sriyanto was an army captain assigned to the North Jakarta military
command when troops allegedly opened fire at a rally of Muslim activists on
September 12, 1984.
The shooting was dubbed the Tanjung Priok incident after the Jakarta port where it
occurred.
Prosecutors say the killings occurred after the activists held a prayer.
At least 23 people were killed and 54 wounded in the shooting.
The commander has pleaded not guilty.
08/07/2004 22:55:37 | ABC Radio Australia News
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