Abuse of guns

Abuse of guns

From Koran Tempo

I feel satisfied, as well as worried, about a robbery victim shooting the alleged robbers in front of a BCA automatic teller machine booth a few days ago.

If the alleged robbers were guilty, they got their punishment. I'm concerned, however, that it is very likely that many other people will abuse the weapons they possess, either legally or even illegally.

The data in Jakarta Police Headquarters showed that the victim was an authorized gun owner who therefore could not be prosecuted under Emergency Law No. 12/1951, which prohibits the carrying of weapons.

Firing a bullet, even to paralyze a criminal, violates Article 338 of the Criminal Code on murder if it is done under overmacht (forced) circumstances or if it cannot be proven at court. Such a case must therefore be brought to court so that gun owners will not freely use their guns.

M GAUSS SITOMPUL

Jakarta