For a Few Rupees: The Tragic Death of Ibrahim and the Global Fight Against Custodial Torture

 

🚨 Justice for Ibrahim: A Global Call Against Custodial Torture 🚨

💔 For a Few Rupees: The Tragic Death of Ibrahim 💔

By Lenin Raghuvanshi

On February 7, 2022, a hardworking tempo driver, Ibrahim, was detained under dubious circumstances in Uttar Pradesh, India. The police demanded a bribe of ₹10,000 (~$120) for his release. When his wife, Sahiba Bano, pleaded for mercy, they mocked her:

“If you don’t pay, your husband will be killed.”

Days later, Ibrahim was found dead in judicial custody with severe injuries. His body bore brutal beating marks, contradicting the police’s claim of suicide.

📢 This is not an isolated incident!

🔹 1,800+ custodial deaths reported in India (2010-2020)

🔹 Police brutality persists in the U.S., Philippines, and worldwide

🔹 Legal loopholes & impunity allow law enforcement to act without accountability

📌 What can be done?

✔ Independent oversight of law enforcement

✔ Fast-track courts for custodial torture cases

✔ Ratification of the UN Convention Against Torture (UNCAT)

✔ Protection for whistleblowers & victims’ families

Hope Amidst Tragedy ✊

After relentless advocacy, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) ordered the Uttar Pradesh Government to pay ₹500,000 ($6,000) in compensation. Ibrahim’s wife and four children received ₹100,000 each—but will financial aid ever replace justice?

💬 We cannot stay silent!

Let’s demand an end to police brutality & custodial killings worldwide. Tag global organizations, share Ibrahim’s story, and stand for human dignity.

🔗 Read full story: https://medium.com/@lenin_75290/for-a-few-rupees-the-tragic-death-of-ibrahim-and-the-global-fight-against-custodial-torture-28ee6607a65d

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