Young Madeiran Could Face Death Penalty In Indonesia For Drug Trafficking

Madeirans Arrested For Trafficking 2 Kilograms Of Cocaine

A young Portuguese individual from Madeira was arrested in Indonesia for drug trafficking. He was caught carrying two kilograms of cocaine. The arrests took place on Sunday after he left Lisbon on Saturday, March 16th. The drugs were likely transported from Lisbon via Dubai to Jakarta, where he was then intercepted by Indonesian authorities.

Capital Punishment For Drug Trafficking In Indonesia

Drug trafficking in Indonesia carries severe penalties, including the death penalty. The Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs is closely monitoring the situation and preparing for a prison visit in Jakarta. The intended recipient of the drugs, also a young Portuguese, was already in Indonesia and has also been detained.

Portuguese Government Asks For Clemency

Currently, the young individual is in prison and awaiting trial. The Portuguese government is working to appeal to Indonesian authorities, including the President, for clemency for the young man.

81% Of All Death Penalties In Indonesia Related To Drug Trafficking

Indonesia has a high frequency of the death penalty for drug trafficking. In 2018, a frightening 81% of all new death sentences were applied for drug offenses. Since 2015, the government has executed 18 drug traffickers, including 15 foreigners. This harsh penalty is part of the government's strategy to combat the country's drug problem. In Indonesia, more than 30 people die every day from drug-related causes.

Source: JM-Madeira, Diário de Notícias da Madeira

Update: It was later reported that only one person from Madeira has been caught drug trafficking. The article has been updated accordingly.