Indonesian Lawmakers Demand Death Penalty for Former Prosecutor in Corruption Scandal

Indonesian lawmakers from the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) and the National Mandate Party (PAN) have called for the harshest punishment, including the death penalty, for Febrie Adriansyah, a former Junior Attorney General for Special Crimes (Jampidsus).

Adriansyah, along with a private sector suspect named Don Ritto, faces charges in three corruption cases: PT Asabri, PT Krakatau Steel, and coal supply. Nasyirul Falah Amru of the PDIP faction stated that the alleged corruption has deeply disappointed the Indonesian people and urged law enforcement to impose severe sanctions. "If possible, execute them, because (the corruption cases) concern the livelihood of many people," Amru said.

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If possible, execute them, because (the corruption cases) concern the livelihood of many people.

Amru specifically highlighted the coal supply corruption case, which he claims led to power outages in several regions. He expressed dismay that such acts were allegedly committed by a trusted law enforcement official. Endang Agustina of the PAN faction echoed these sentiments, calling the situation "very concerning" and demanding severe punishment, including the death penalty, for officials who betray public trust while the public faces economic hardship.

The House of Representatives' Commission III has formed a special committee to oversee the investigation into Adriansyah's alleged corruption. The committee's chairman, Habiburokhman, has requested the Attorney General's Office to establish an independent investigation team. While the private suspect has been detained, Adriansyah has not yet been arrested.

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This is very concerning and must be severely punished, if necessary, by death penalty.