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IRGC Forces Arrest Woman in Armed Raid

June 3, 2024
1 min read
Intelligence forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have violently arrested Afsaneh Shahi, a 32-year-old woman in Bukan
Intelligence forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have violently arrested Afsaneh Shahi, a 32-year-old woman in Bukan

Intelligence forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have violently arrested Afsaneh Shahi, a 32-year-old woman in Bukan. 

The arrest, which took place on May 30, was reported by the Hengaw Organization for Human Rights.

According to Hengaw, Afsaneh Shahi was apprehended during an armed raid at her private residence. 

Eyewitnesses confirmed that IRGC forces entered Shahi's home without presenting a legal warrant. 

The armed officers reportedly pointed weapons at her family and their guests, creating an atmosphere of terror and intimidation.

Following the arrest, Shahi was transferred to an undisclosed location.

No information has been made available regarding her physical well-being, the charges against her, or her current status.

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