Samad Rigi

Samad Rigi is a social activist and political critic living in Tomp-e Regan located in Iranshahr. He was sentenced to prison for criticizing the lack of security in Sistan and Baluchestan province, and the inability of security and law enforcement agencies to ensure the safety of citizens.

<coverage-outsourcing id='41353'> <reference source='https://t.me/rasanknews/10746'> After the residents of Tomp-e Regan village resisted the arrest of Samad Rigi, security forces opened fire on the people. According to Rasank, two Baluch citizens were injured in this incident. </reference> </coverage-outsourcing>
<coverage-outsourcing id='41354'> <reference source='https://t.me/rasanknews/12708'> Samad Rigi was arrested and transferred to Zahedan Prison after being summoned to Branch 7 of the Appeals Court of Sistan and Baluchestan province, according to Rasank. </reference> </coverage-outsourcing>
<coverage-outsourcing id='41357'> <reference source='https://t.me/haalvsh/1301'> Samad Rigi released an audio file from prison, announcing he was sentenced to three years in prison. According to the audio file published by Haalvsh, he states the trial took place without the presence of the prosecutor or his representative, and Judge Masoud Maazallahi, who presided over the trial, issued the verdict while he was speaking and prevented him from completing his defense. In this audio file, Samad Rigi urges“Vaziri”, the head of Judiciary Intelligence Protection in Sistan and Baluchestan province, to investigate any violations of the law by watching the footage of his court proceedings. Neither Haalvsh’s report nor Mr. Rigi's audio report mentions the charge or charges that led to his conviction. </reference> </coverage-outsourcing>
<coverage-outsourcing id='41358'> <reference source='https://t.me/haalvsh/4694'> According to Haalvsh, Samad Rigi went on a one-week leave. </reference> </coverage-outsourcing>