Indonesia: Police beat protesters and unlawfully used tear gas to crush protests – new investigation

By Amnesty International

Indonesian police used unlawful force against protesters, including beatings and the improper use of water cannon and tear gas grenades, during mass demonstrations that swept the country earlier this year, according to new investigation released today by Amnesty International. Thirty-six videos authenticated by Amnesty International’s Evidence Lab, along with interviews with five victims and witnesses, […] The post Indonesia: Police beat protesters and unlawfully used tear gas to crush protests – new investigation appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>

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