Mob rampages over 'black magic'

Mob rampages over 'black magic'

BANJARNEGARA, Central Java: At least 200 residents of
Karangkobar village here went on a rampage on Wednesday,
destroying three houses belonging to alleged practitioners of
black magic, locally known as dukun santet.

The alleged black magic practitioners, identified as
Mistareja, 60, Muheri, 50, and Nadirun, 40, as well as eight of
their relatives, were uninjured in the attack and currently are
under police protection.

The incident was sparked by a report that local resident
Sahudi became ill after drinking water at Mistareja's house.

"The residents went on a rampage, accusing Mistareja of using
black magic against Sahudi," local police chief second Lt. Paijan
said. (45/edt)