Saridewi Djamani
Saridewi Djamani was executed by hanging in Singapore on 28 July 2023 for drug trafficking, marking the first time a woman had been executed for such a crime in the country since 2004. The execution, carried out under Singapore's strict anti-drug laws, drew significant international attention and sparked debates about the morality and efficacy of capital punishment for non-violent offenses.
Background
Saridewi Djamani was sentenced to death in 2021 for trafficking 30 grams of heroin, a crime punishable by death under Singapore's Misuse of Drugs Act. According to reports, she was arrested in 2020 and had previously been convicted of drug-related offenses. Her execution was confirmed by Singapore's Ministry of Home Affairs, which stated that the sentence was carried out in accordance with the law.
Legal Context
Singapore's legal framework imposes mandatory death sentences for drug trafficking offenses involving large quantities of narcotics. The country has one of the strictest drug laws globally, with the death penalty reserved for trafficking more than 30 grams of heroin or 500 grams of cannabis. Critics argue that such laws disproportionately affect individuals from poorer backgrounds, while supporters emphasize the role of deterrence in reducing drug-related crime.
International Reaction
The execution drew condemnation from human rights organizations and some governments, with critics arguing that the death penalty for drug trafficking is inhumane and ineffective. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has previously called for a global moratorium on the death penalty, though Singapore maintains that its approach is necessary for public safety.
References
- [ITV News](https://www.itv.com/news/2023-07-28/singapore-hangs-first-woman-in-19-years-over-drug-trafficking) - [9News](https://www.9news.com.au/world/singapore-drug-execution-hanging-30-grams-of-heroin-death-penalty-asia-news/3e6835fe-1749-4fd0-af84-9334ffc06212)
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