We condemn in the strongest terms, the unspeakable act of rape by three representatives from the Tunisian order on the innocent Tunisian girl.
We also denounce the harassment suffered by the victim in order to see the back of his testimony. Attempts to pressure from the police, the judiciary and MI on the victim, in order to discredit her and protect those she accused of rape, have failed.
She had the strength to not give in to this blackmail! Today we are outraged by the decision to pursue the victim of misconduct.
We stand with others in Tunisia especially women who have demonstrated today, and we welcome the victim’s civic act to denounce immoral actions of these officers. The courage to have publicized this tragedy can raise awareness and contribute to the prevention of such facts; we want to show our support and sympathy for the victim and her family.
We urge the government to take its responsibilities:
- Withdraw the charges against the victim
- Condemn police rapists
- Apply maximum penalties permitted by law on the rapist.