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Wife of Alleged Papuan Murderer Questioned by Police, Case File Nears Completion
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The wife of a suspect in a high-profile murder case in South Maba, North Maluku, has finally been questioned by police. Almira, who recently married the suspect, was previously unresponsive to investigators’ requests for a statement. The questioning comes as authorities race to complete the case file, which carries the potential for a severe penalty, including the death penalty or life imprisonment.
Investigation Intensifies Following Initial Non-Compliance
Initial attempts to question Almira were unsuccessful. According to police Chief habiem, investigators first contacted her on August 7th, but she was unable to attend.
“We made a call from the 7th, but she was unable to attend. So, because we want to quickly resolve this case without delay, we immediately followed up,” Habiem explained.This prompted a direct intervention by the investigation team, who traveled to Ternate on Monday, August 11th, to locate and question Almira. She had reportedly held her wedding with the suspect the previous Sunday, August 27th.
Almira Undergoes Questioning at North Maluku Regional Police
Almira ultimately complied with the investigation and was examined at the North Maluku Regional Police headquarters today. As of this afternoon, the questioning was still underway.
“Yes, at 10:00 CET until now, she is still being investigated by my members of the South Maba Police Criminal Investigation Unit,” Habiem confirmed.
The police are treating this phase of the investigation with urgency, recognizing the gravity of the alleged crime and the potential consequences.
Case File Compilation and Prosecutor Handover Imminent
Following the completion of Almira’s statement, the investigation team will focus on compiling the complete suspect file. This file will then be submitted to the prosecutor’s office for review and potential prosecution.
The case is being pursued under the Criminal Code, specifically Article 338, which deals with intentional homicide. The potential penalties are significant, ranging from the death penalty and life imprisonment to a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. This reflects the seriousness with which authorities are treating the alleged crime and their commitment to ensuring justice is served.
(rdp/rdp)