Corruption
An Expected Acquittal

Irregularities marked an anti-graft court ruling that acquitted Bekasi Mayor Mochtar Mohammad of all charges. The verdict also marked the first time a case investigated by the anti-graft commission, KPK, failed in a Corruption Court.

October 19, 2011

MOCHTAR Mohammad threw a thanksgiving feast, and hundreds attended. Clad in just a sarong and a red T-shirt last Wednesday night, the suspended Bekasi Mayor stood by as he waited for the arrival of guests at the dining hall of the mayors official residence. Five generous portions of nasi tumpeng, a cone shaped serving of yellow rice, and side dishes graced the dining table.

In the living room, well-wishers congratulated the host, one after another

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