Syria detains policeman over death of White Helmets rescuer hit in custody
Summary
A Syrian police officer was arrested after hitting a detainee named Mohammad Ghamira, who had a medical condition and died shortly after being released. The investigation found that the detainee’s brain hemorrhage was likely caused by the slap, and other officers are also being investigated.Key Facts
- Mohammad Ghamira, a 29-year-old White Helmets volunteer with haemophilia, died after being slapped by police officer Ahmad Jawad.
- Ghamira’s haemophilia made him bleed more easily, increasing health risks from injury.
- Ghamira was arrested on theft charges and died in a hospital after release.
- Police officer Ahmad Jawad was detained and referred to the public prosecutor following the investigation.
- Two other officers are under investigation but are not yet charged.
- The Interior Ministry said jawad violated rules that forbid mistreating detainees.
- The Syrian Interior Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to accountability and rule of law.
- Human rights groups have recorded previous cases of abuse and deaths in detention under the current Syrian authorities.
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