Two Australian men have been sentenced to 16 years in prison by an Indonesian court for the premeditated murder of Zivan Radmanovic, a 32-year-old Melbourne father. The shooting occurred on June 14 last year at a villa in Bali.
Bali Villa Shooting: Sentences Handed Down
Mevlut Coskun and Paea I Middlemore Tupou were found guilty by the Bali District Court of both premeditated murder and possession of a firearm. The pair stormed the villa where Mr. Radmanovic was staying with his wife, Jazmyn Gourdeas, who had been celebrating her birthday.
Also present at the villa were Ms. Gourdeas’s sister, Daniella Gourdeas, and her partner, Sanar Ghanim. According to court testimony, Coskun and Tupou were allegedly sent to the villa to threaten Mr. Ghanim over a debt.
Tupou testified that he mistakenly identified Mr. Radmanovic as Mr. Ghanim and shot him. A coroner’s examination revealed Mr. Radmanovic sustained three gunshot wounds and blunt force trauma.
Both Coskun and Tupou offered apologies to the Radmanovic family during the trial. Coskun stated he felt “in too deep” after being instructed to collect the firearms, and was offered money and a holiday in exchange for threatening Mr. Ghanim.
A third Australian, Darcy Jenson, is currently on trial for allegedly providing logistical support for the attack.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the sentences requested by prosecutors?
Prosecutors had requested an 18-year sentence for both Coskun and Tupou.
What did the victim’s family request?
Mr. Radmanovic’s wife had called for the maximum penalty to be imposed.
What is the maximum penalty for premeditated murder in Indonesia?
Premeditated murder can carry the death penalty in Indonesia.
As the legal proceedings continue with the trial of Darcy Jenson, it remains to be seen what further consequences may arise from this case.
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