Violent protests erupt in Sidi Hassine following the death of Ahmed Ben Amara
Country:
Tunisia
Date:
14/06/2021
Description:
Violent protests continue in Sidi Hassine following the death of Ahmed Ben Amara between the residents and security forces. Youth protesters burned tyres and stacked rocks in the middle of the road to obstruct the path of any police cars that might seek to pursue them.
Actors / Mobilising structures:
Collective / Informal group
Mode of action:
Demonstration
Road blockade
Tire burning
Objective:
Support of a cause
Cause/ Grievances/ Framing CA:
Access to socio-eco rights: Freedom of expression and assembly
Spatial characteristics:
Location on national territory: Governorate level
Frequency:
Episodic
State response:
Repression
Location:
Sidi Hassine