Dial M for Money
Papua's desire for independence is still generally cited as the motive behind Theys Eluay's murder. But money also looks more and more like a possible alternative.
April 9, 2002
In Jayapura many people do not wish to believe that a man like Theys Eluay could be killed over money. Just listen to the story of Thaha Alhamid, secretary-general of the Papuan Presidium Council (PDP), as recounted to TEMPO at his home. On November 7, a guest came to see him who gave his name as Doni Hutabarat, from Kopassus Unit X Tribuana, acting almost like an old friend. He said he wanted to invite Thaha to a reception for Heroes' Day at
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