‘Sorcery’ murders rear ugly head in Cambodia with Kampong Speu case

Evidence seized during the arrest of the suspect. - Kampong Speu provincial police via PPP/ANN

PHNOM PENH: While killings fuelled by superstitious beliefs have declined with the rise of public education, a tragic case occurred in Kampong Speu province this week.

Provincial authorities reported that on the night of March 4, a premeditated murder involving a billhook (a long-handled knife) occurred in Prey Sya village, Saen Dei commune, Samraong Tong district. The victim was identified as 56-year-old Pov Khon.