Widow, chauffeur suspected of murder

Widow, chauffeur suspected of murder

BANDUNG, West Java: Police investigating the murder of Japanese businessman Yosinori Kitamura, 55, and his 16-year-old housemaid believe the man's widow and his chauffeur could have played a role in the killing.

Bandung police have used a lie detector during questioning of Ida Farida, 45, and driver Yayan, 38, to test their alibis and statements that have contradicted earlier inquiry results.

Kitamura, president of PT Gresco Indonesia based in Bandung, was found dead along with his housemaid Sofiah, 16, at his home in the city's Riung housing complex.

His widow and driver are suspected of killing Kitamura in an attempt to seize his assets and claim on a life insurance policy.

Bandung Police Chief Adj. Sr. Comr. Hendra Sukmanan said that after questioning 37 witnesses, investigators had found clues which led to possible involvement of Ida and Yayan. -- Antara.