Sugeng Santoso, Perpetrator of Mutilation in Pasar Besar Malang Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison

Kapanlagi.com - Sugeng Santoso (49) the perpetrator of mutilation in Pasar Besar Malang has finally been sentenced to 20 years in prison. The perpetrator was proven to have committed the crime of premeditated murder as charged by the Public Prosecutor (JPU).

"Sugeng Santoso has been proven legally and convincingly guilty of committing the crime of premeditated murder as charged. Imposing a punishment on the defendant for 20 years," said the Chief Judge, Dina Pelita Asmara, when reading the verdict in the Malang District Court on Wednesday (26/2).

Sugeng committed murder and mutilation against a woman whose identity is still unknown. The perpetrator sadistically cut the victim's body into five parts, which were later found on the second floor of Pasar Besar Malang.

In addition, the name Sugeng was found engraved on the victim's foot using a shoe brush.

1. Charged with Premeditated Murder

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Sugeng is charged with premeditated murder under Article 340 and Article 338 of the Indonesian Criminal Code (KUHP) for alleged murder and mutilation. This action was taken after failing to fulfill his sexual desires.

The aggravating consideration of the panel of judges is the perpetrator's sadistic actions, which have caused fear in the community. The defendant himself also does not admit his actions and provides convoluted testimony during the trial.

2. Lighter Sentence

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Meanwhile, the sentence imposed on Sugeng is lighter than the prosecutor's demand for a life sentence.

The trial of Sugeng Santoso's verdict took place during the demand trial at the Malang District Court on Wednesday (26/2). The trial was attended by many visitors who were curious about the case.

(kpl/dar/frs)