Now this is Justice!!

In Mogadishu, Somalia a man has been convicted of murdering his neighbor over an argument over Mohamed's education. As a result the murderer, Omar Hussein, was sentenced to death by stabbing. The sentence was to be carried out by his victim's son, 16-year-old Mohamed Moallim.

Convicted Murderer, Omar Hussein

16-Year-Old Avenger, Mohamed Moallim

Notice the Flowery Hood and the Pretty Skirt

Now, I realize that Somalia is a near-anarchic shit hole run by warlords and, in many places, Sharia Law. I am not congratulating them on any of their numerous fuck-ups. Instead, through my announced appreciation of this particular method of justice, I would like to state that a favorable stance on the death penalty is not solely held by the ultra-conservative fire and brimstone or the "allahu akhbar" crowds.

I am a proud and fervent atheist and I passionately support the death penalty. I do not feel the need to support my stance with the gibberish written in ancient and rediculous tomes. I simply realize that when our loved ones, who have committed no relevant wrong doing, are murdered we have the desire and right to revenge. There is no need to sugar coat this or envelop this perspective in antiquated myths. The purpose of the death penalty is for the victims and their families and friends to be avenged. The desire for vengeance is primal and natural and despite the feeble cries to the contrary, their is nothing wrong with this.

While, again, I have no love for the Somali system of law or way of life, in this instance I must commend them. Not only was Mr. Moallim gratified with the death of his fathers killer, he had the just honor of wielding the blade.

Thanks to Ogrish.com, for both the story and the pictures.