‘Migration has been weaponised’: Italy’s security law criticised after death of Moroccan man in police restraint
Summary
Abderrahim Fakir, a 42-year-old Moroccan man living in Italy, died after police restrained him in the Bologna neighborhood of Pilastro. His death sparked protests and raised concerns about a new Italian security law that protects officials from prosecution when acting in self-defense or on duty.Key Facts
- Fakir was handcuffed and pinned down by police in Pilastro on July 19, then died at the scene.
- An initial postmortem suggested his death was caused by lung compression.
- Italy’s new security law gives public officials legal protection if they acted in self-defense or within their duties.
- Prosecutors are investigating police and healthcare workers but will not formally file charges unless restraint was unjustified.
- Fakir had a history of mental health issues and was said to be experiencing a psychiatric episode during the incident.
- The case has led to protests and criticism of the government’s approach to policing and immigration.
- Family and friends fear political influence may affect justice in the case.
- Fakir’s body is being repatriated to Morocco for burial.
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