Tabriz video of police abuse sparks national outrage

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Source: Iran International
Tabriz video of police abuse sparks national outrage
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A video from Tabriz shows police beating and sexually humiliating a teenager, with officers laughing and filming. Authorities say the officers involved are in custody and faced internal disciplinary action, while rights groups urge an independent criminal probe, especially since the detainee appears to be a minor. The footage has provoked fierce online anger about police power and accountability in Iran, echoing broader tensions around security forces amid protests and economic pressures.

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