Four murdered at home

SUKOHARJO, Central Java: A family of four were murdered in their bedrooms here early Saturday morning.

Police as yet have not identified any suspects but believe that the perpetrators probably knew the family.

"I think this sadistic crime was committed by someone who knew the victims. This is based on the fact that the criminals seemed to have easy access to the house," Sukoharjo police chief Lt. Col. Suherlan.

He said there was probably more than one person involved in the crime.

The body of Sutiono, 50, his wife Sunarti, 42, and their two children were found dead in their bedrooms. The principle weapon is believed to be a machete.

Sutiono was a pediatrician who worked at the local health office.

"We're studying the evidence from the field and still haven't found a motive... But we will solve this case," Suherlan asserted here Saturday. (har)