Western Sahara: Adalauk Urges the Moroccan Authorities to Conduct an Immediate Investigation Into the Death of Brahim Bada Uald Taher

London — It is essential that independent and impartial investigations are carried out. The Moroccan authorities have a pitiful track record in guaranteeing truth and justice regarding investigations into human rights violations. It is imperative that a rigorous investigation takes place in order to ensure that the authorities do not commit such acts again, said AdalaUKin a statement.

On the night of Saturday 12 July 2014, the Moroccan army killed the young Saharawi Brahim Bada Uald Taher in Um Drayga, 360km south east of El Aiún. Brahaim was travelling by car which came under fire from the Moroccan army, who were using live ammunition. He was shot in the head and died immediately.

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