US courts found Michael Sang Correa guilty of torture last week. The former member of the Jammeh death squad hurt five people who allegedly joined a failed 2006 coup attempt. Justice Minister Dawda Jallow said this verdict shows the government wants to address crimes from that era. Many Gambians felt relief at the news, especially victims and human rights supporters who demand more trials.
Jallow thanked American officials for their dedication to justice and called the conviction a sign of hope for those who suffered under Jammeh. The minister promised that human rights abusers would face consequences everywhere. His office plans to create a Special Prosecutor position to handle cases from the Truth Commission investigations.
American officials warned that the United States offers no protection for human rights violators. One victim, former lawmaker Demba Dem, celebrated the verdict as a victory. He expressed gratitude toward the US government for taking a strong stand against global human rights violations. Correa never expected to face punishment for his actions. The government continues its push toward justice for all victims from the previous administration.
Jallow thanked American officials for their dedication to justice and called the conviction a sign of hope for those who suffered under Jammeh. The minister promised that human rights abusers would face consequences everywhere. His office plans to create a Special Prosecutor position to handle cases from the Truth Commission investigations.
American officials warned that the United States offers no protection for human rights violators. One victim, former lawmaker Demba Dem, celebrated the verdict as a victory. He expressed gratitude toward the US government for taking a strong stand against global human rights violations. Correa never expected to face punishment for his actions. The government continues its push toward justice for all victims from the previous administration.
