Security

Over 20 People Held in Sayo Nole District for Two Months Without Court Appearance

AI SUMMARY

More than 20 individuals have been held in the Sayo Nole district police station for nearly two months without court appearances or formal charges.

More than 20 people have been held in the Sayo Nole district police station in Western Oromia for nearly two months without being brought before a court.
Mettu University law lecturer Ato Kenessa Degefa visited the station and noted that up to 30 people are in custody, with some held for one to two months.
A teacher named Getachew Terfassa has been in custody since September 7 without a court appearance or knowing the reason for his arrest.
Local residents and the law lecturer stated that the prolonged detentions violate constitutional rights and undermine public trust in the justice system.
Sayo Nole district police commander Assebe Bulti stated that 25 people are currently held in connection with current security matters and criminal investigations, with their cases being reviewed by a Command Post.