The
doctor worked at a notorious prison outside of Tehran where hundreds of
protestors were taken in the crackdown following June's disputed presidential
election. He later reported to a parliamentary committee that one young
protester he treated died from heavy torture.
Opposition
websites are claiming he was killed because he knew the conditions of a number
of torture victims at the prison, including the son of a prominent conservative
figure, which was the major factor that increased anger among even government
supporters over the tortures.
Hundreds
of protesters and opposition activists were arrested after protests following
this summers disputed presidential election. The Iranian government has
confirmed around 30 deaths occurred, while other estimates put the number closer
to 70. More than 100 protesters, activists and pro-reform opposition have been
put on trial and accused of coordinating or promoting the protests and/or and
taking part in a scheme to depose the government.
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