Breaking News: Iranian Woman Dies in Police Custody, Sparking Widespread Protests
Mahsa Amini Succumbs to Injuries
On September 16, 2022, 22-year-old Iranian woman Mahsa Amini, also known as Jina Amini, passed away in a hospital in Tehran, Iran. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and protests across the country.
Cause of Death Under Investigation
Amini was reportedly detained by Iran's morality police for allegedly violating the country's strict dress code, which requires women to wear a hijab. Witnesses claim she was severely beaten while in custody, leading to extensive injuries that ultimately resulted in her death.
Iranian authorities have denied these allegations, claiming that Amini died of a heart attack. However, her family and witnesses dispute this version of events, prompting calls for an independent investigation.
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