Libyan Attorney General launches investigation into security abuses
141 members of the Central Security and Stability Support Personnel have been charged with murder, abduction and torture by the Libyan Attorney General.
According to the Libya Review on the 10th of June, a statement posted to the attorney’s Facebook page explained the violations were documented by a committee investigating human rights abuses.
121 investigations have been finalised by the committee in its jurisdiction where evidence has been uncovered of extrajudicial killings, torture and arbitrary detention.
The accused have now seen arrest warrants brought against them, with any previous warrants renewed for those already wanted in related investigations.
Two specialised committees were formed in May by the Prosecutors’ Office. The first committee was tasked with investigating complaints and human rights violations tied to members of the Central Security and Stability Support Forces.
The second committee was tasked with probing protest-related violence in Tripoli. This included the wounding of civilians and security personnel, alongside deaths which occurred in detention and thefts of public and private property.
Prosecutors have made progress in identifying victims of potential human rights violations, confirming the identities of five bodies discovered in local morgues.
The ongoing investigation involves comprehensive forensic analysis, including DNA testing of unidentified remains to determine individual identities and potential causes of death.
Investigations are intensifying in the Abu Salim municipality, where authorities are systematically collecting evidence. Investigators are gathering critical testimony from multiple sources, including detainees, police officers, and local witnesses, to build a comprehensive understanding of alleged security sector abuses.
Attorney General Al-Siddiq Al-Sour emphasised the government’s commitment to accountability, stating that restoring public trust through transparent investigations remains a priority.
The ongoing efforts aim to address systemic issues within security institutions and demonstrate the state’s dedication to the rule of law.
Libya Review/Maghrebi.org
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