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CASE #114
Date
10 / 08 / 2020
City
Minsk
Perpetrators
  • Undefined
Type of violation
  • Use of excessive force
  • Use of stun grenades (close proximity)
International classification of violations
  • Right to freedom of peaceful assembly
  • Right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion
  • Right to liberty and security of person
  • Right to Life
Description

Time: evening

Place/Location: Kalvaryjskaya str, near Supermarket Bigzz

Identity of the victim(s): civilians

Identity of the perpetrator(s): military forces - unknown specifics

The road and green-pat zones near residential buildings were packed with protesters who had gathered to demonstrate their disagreement. Government forces had been searching the streets nearby and dispersing protesters using a water jet and mass fire with grenades. The crowd turned around seeking shelter. On retreating from the forces, voices in the crowd urged them not to rush so as to avoid stampede.

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