Activist detained during an UNPACU training



The victim was taking part in an activity organized by UNPACU in Palmarito de Cauto. Suddenly, the Anti-Riot Police broke into the house, where the training was being carried out and he was detained. Then the officials took him to a place near a dam known as Ballate. After having insulted the victim, they took away his cap and forced him to stay in the direct sunshine for several hours.


Rights Abused

Civil and Political Rights
Right not to be submitted to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment
Freedom of assembly
Right to seek, receive and impart information
Right not to be arbitrarily detained
Perpetrator
Police
State security agents
Collaborators
Ministry of the Interior
Political police
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