Engin's story

Engin Ceber had protested against the shooting of a fellow human activist in Turkey last year by the local police. He was arrested for doing so.

While in prison at Istanbul, he was beaten up severely, allegedly by prison guards. He informed his lawyer and he was taken to hospital where he fell into a coma. Engin passed away on 11th October 2008.

In a rare move, the Turkish government issued an apology and suspended 19 officials.

Let's hope those responsible will be charged and convicted by law.

Source: BBC News Online here