Tragic Incident in Tehran
The tragic incident involving 16-year-old Nika Shakarami in Tehran has shocked the nation. Here are the details of the heartbreaking events:
Background
- Nika Shakarami was allegedly leading anti-Hijab protests in the capital Tehran.
- Her body was recovered nine days after her disappearance.
- A government-initiated probe concluded that she had taken her own life.
Details of the Incident
An Iranian teen who disappeared during the 2022 Iran protests was reportedly sexually assaulted and beaten to death by Iranian security officials, according to a secret document revealed by BBC.
According to reports, Shakarami was brutally tortured in the back of a van by members of the Iranian security forces. They used batons and Taser guns on her before sexually assaulting her and abandoning her body on a street.
September 2022 Protests
Iran witnessed nationwide anti-government protests in September 2022 following the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in custody. Amini had been protesting against mandatory dress rules for women before her detention.
Details from the Secret Document
Based on conversations with security officers involved in Shakarami’s detention, it was revealed that she came under scrutiny after being filmed burning hijabs during a demonstration.
Shakarami was arrested and placed in the back of a van by members of Team 12. One of the officers, Sadegh Monjazy, reportedly assaulted her during the ordeal.
Tragically, Shakarami was found dead in the van, prompting the unit leader, Jalil, to dispose of her body on the street as instructed by his senior, codenamed “Naeem 16.”
Aftermath
Shakarami’s mother later discovered her daughter’s body at a mortuary, revealing that she had sustained head injuries.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Nika Shakarami during this difficult time.
