Slamet Tohari, Shaman Who Killed 12 People in Banjarnegara Sentenced to Death

After being sentenced to death for committing an extraordinary crime, shaman Slamet Tohari filed an appeal.

The following article was translated using both Microsoft Azure Open AI and Google Translation AI. The original article can be found in Slamet Tohari, Dukun Pembunuh 12 Orang di Banjarnegara Divonis Mati

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The defendant, Slamet Tohari (jersey number 22), arrived at Banjarnegara District Court in Central Java on Thursday (1/2/2024).

BANJARNEGARA, KOMPAS — Slamet Tohari (46) alias Mbah Slamet, murderer of 12 people in a money doubling case, was sentenced to death at the Banjarnegara District Court, Central Java, Thursday (1/12/2024). In a trial marked by a dissenting opinion from one of the judges, Slamet's actions were called an extraordinary crime.

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Niken, accompanied by judges Tomi Sugianto and Arief Wibowo, continued, another aggravating factor is the defendant's lack of compassion and actions that caused grief for the victim's family. The defendant's actions also left the victim's children orphaned.

Niken stated that Slamet used the victims' money to karaoke. In addition to money, Slamet even took cars and jewelry. During the trial, the defendant often changed his statement and was evasive.

"There are no mitigating factors," said Niken.

In addition, Niken stated that the defendant's actions constitute an extraordinary crime. Slamet's behavior is disturbing and shakes the social order of the community. The defendant's actions can also shape the perception of shamanism as a promising profession. In addition, the defendant only engaged in activities for a hedonistic lifestyle.

"Furthermore, the defendant's act of taking another person's life using Apotas agricultural pesticides, which are readily available and relatively affordable, could set a bad example and motivate others to follow suit," he explained.

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Regarding the decision, judge Arief Wibowo submitted a dissenting opinion. He believes that the death penalty is considered to be contrary to the 1945 Constitution and Pancasila.

"The human being, who is the most noble creation of God, has a life and death absolute to the power of God. In addition, the imposition of the death penalty cannot alleviate the suffering of the victim's family," said Arief.

However, the difference in opinion cannot overturn the death sentence. Responding to this, Slamet stated his appeal.

Ahmad Raharjo, the defendant's legal advisor, stated that he will soon prepare an appeal material. "There are several things that we believe have not been disclosed," said Ahmad.

Head of the General Crime Section of the Banjarnegara State Prosecutor's Office, Nasruddin, stated that the verdict is in accordance with the demand. However, Nasruddin stated that he is ready for the defendant's desire to appeal.

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