Singapore executes first woman convict in nearly 20 years
Singapore hangs 45-year-old Saridewi Binte Djamani for trafficking ‘not less than 30.72g’ of heroin, the city-state’s first execution of a woman in nearly 20 years. – EPA pic, July 28, 2023.
SINGAPORE today hanged a 45-year-old citizen for drug trafficking, the city-state’s first execution of a woman in nearly 20 years, officials said. The execution was carried out despite appeals from rights groups, who argue capital punishment has no proven deterrent effect on crime. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
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