Confrontations between Sidi Hassine neighborhood residents and police amidst anger at Ahmed Ben Ammar’s death
Number of protestors:
50
Country:
Tunisia
Date:
08/06/2021
Description:
Violent confrontations took place between residents of Sidi Hassine and police forces upon the news of death of Ahmed Ben Amaramid. A 15-year-old was stripped naked and beaten by police in a video shared widely, sparking outrage.
Actors / Mobilising structures:
Collective / Informal group
Mode of action:
Civil disobedience
Objective:
Support of a cause
Cause/ Grievances/ Framing CA:
Injustice / Perceived injustice
Access to socio-eco rights: Freedom of expression and assembly
Spatial characteristics:
Location on national territory: Governorate level
Frequency:
Continuous
State response:
Repression
Location:
Sidi Hassine