HOW much is a life worth? Its price depends on the threat, competition or hostility posed by the would-be victim. With Rp100 million-Rp200 million, you can give a lesson to a business rival, boss, political opponent, mistress or second wife. Many are ready to become hired guns. Just choose: to kill or maim for life.

The murder case of PT Asaba President Director Boedyharto Angsono and his escort Edi Siyet, on Saturday two weeks ago is widely belie