Burundi: “Disappearance” / Fear of torture / Incommunicado detention / Health concern (new concern)

Paul Nsanzurwimo may need urgent medical treatment following ill-treatment in custody. Shortly after his arrest by soldiers on 16 March, Paul Nsanzurwimo, who wears glasses, was beaten on the head and face by soldiers. The soldiers broke his glasses and some glass is feared to have entered his eye. He has not yet received any medical attention. Amnesty International fears that unless he receives medical treatment, his condition could worsen.

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