The General Prosecutor issues a circular asking for thorough investigation of police brutality cases

Policy Response DateAugust 27, 2008 Country: Greece Address: Athens General Type: Racist violence Racism and discrimination phenomena: Anti-migrant/xenophobia
Groups affected / Interested in: Migrants Key socio-economic/institutional areas: Policing - law enforcement

The General Prosecutor issued a circular addressed to the country’s prosecutors, asking for a prompt and thorough investigation of incidents of alleged police brutality following complaints by Greek and foreign human rights organisations about the treatment of migrants and minorities by the police.

 

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Kathimerini English Edition, Police brutality under scrutiny, 27.08.2008, http://www.ekathimerini.com/4Dcgi/4Dcgi/_w_articles_politics_12_27/08/2008_99867