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Iranian Woman Paralyzed in Police Shooting Over Hijab Law

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The Facts

  • The shooting occurred on July 22 in Mazandaran province when Badri allegedly attempted to evade police who were ordered to impound her car due to a previous headscarf violation.

  • Officers first fired at the vehicle's tires before shooting into the car, resulting in injuries to Badri's lung and spine, according to Human Rights Activists in Iran.

  • The incident comes nearly two years after Mahsa Amini's death in police custody over a headscarf violation, which sparked nationwide protests resulting in over 500 deaths and 22,000 detentions.

The Spin

Law enforcement followed proper protocol by first attempting to stop the vehicle with tinted windows, issuing warning shots, and targeting the tires before taking further action against a non-compliant suspect.


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