Indonesia/East Timor: Fear of torture / health concern / legal concern: Azito Freitas

Reports that the above, a 19-year-old student, has had his arm broken in police custody have heightened concern that he may face further torture or ill-treatment as his interrogation continues. Azito Freitas was reportedly arrested on 28 October 1996 in the East Timorese town of Baucau. This arrest is believed to be related to the killing in Baucau of a military commander in the Indonesian Armed Forces.

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