FPI members go on trial

FPI members go on trial

JAKARTA: The South Jakarta District Court on Monday tried two
members of the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) -- Riyan Fahriza and
Eka Jaya -- for vandalizing night-spots in Kemang, South Jakarta
during the fasting month of Ramadhan last year.

Prosecutor Agnes Triani said that the two men vandalized the
Stardeli Cafe on Oct. 22 after forcing open a rolling door.

Agnes told the trial that Riyan used a billiard stick to
destroy a number of goods in the cafe, including photos
on its walls, and was assisted by Eka, according to
Tempointeraktif.com.

Meanwhile, other FPI members damaged bottles and liquor
glasses.

If convicted the two will face imprisonment of up to five
years.--JP