After convicting Islam Defender Front (FPI) leader Rizieq Shihab the Central Jakarta District Court sentenced the head of Islam Defender Troop (LPI) Munarman to serve 1.5 years in prison for committing violent acts against demonstrators at the National Monument park in June.
The court found Munarman guilty of inciting violence and committing violence against other people.
Evidence presented at trial showed Munarman led the attack against the National Alliance for the Freedom of Faith and Religion activists rallying in the Monas park on June 3.
Some 70 activists were injured during the attack on the peaceful rally, which was staged to commemorate the 63rd anniversary of the state ideology of Pancasila and to support religious pluralism. (dre)
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