Category: Executions

Execution of Four Prisoners in Saravan, Semnan, and Kerman

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Bakhshan, Dastgir Sasuli, Kerman, Rashid Sepahi, Saravan, Semnan

At dawn today, October 1, the death sentences of two prisoners, who had previously been convicted on separate charges related to drug offenses, were carried out in Saravan and Semnan prisons, according to Haal Vsh.

Their identities have been reported as Dastgir Sasuli, 46, father of three, from Zahak County,” and “Rashid Sepahi, 33, from Jalq and residing in Bakhshan, Saravan County.

According to this report, Mr. Sasuli was arrested in 2019 in Semnan, and Mr. Sepahi was arrested in 2020 in Saravan, both on drug-related charges, and were later sentenced to death by the judiciary. These two prisoners had been transferred to solitary confinement on Sunday and Monday, respectively, in preparation for their executions.

At the time of this report, the executions had not yet been officially announced by prison authorities or related officials.

Additionally, citing the Judiciary’s news agency Mizan, without mentioning the identities of those executed, two prisoners were executed in Kerman prison. These individuals had previously been sentenced to death on charges of rape.

According to the Department of Statistics and Publication of Human Rights Activists in Iran, in 2023, at least 767 citizens, including 21 women and 2 juvenile offenders, were executed. Of these, the executions of 7 individuals were carried out in public. Additionally, during this period, 172 others were sentenced to death, with 5 of them sentenced to public execution. It is worth noting that during the same period, the initial death sentences of 49 other individuals were also upheld by the Supreme Court.

Four Prisoners Transferred to Solitary Confinement for Execution in Ghezel Hesar Prison

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Ghezel Hesar prison, HRANA, Karaj

Yesterday, September 30, four prisoners in Ghezel Hesar Prison, Karaj, who had previously been sentenced to death on charges related to drug offenses and murder, were transferred to solitary confinement in preparation for their execution.

The transfer of these prisoners, who had previously been sentenced to death for drug-related offenses and murder, was carried out in preparation for the implementation of their sentences. HRANA is currently investigating further details, including the identities of these prisoners.

According to data gathered by the Department of Statistics and Publication of Human Rights Activists, Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj witnessed the highest number of executions in 2023, with Zahedan Prison following closely behind. For a comprehensive examination of the details and statistics surrounding the executions in Iran, refer to HRANA’s report.

Two Prisoners Executed in Ghezel Hesar Prison, Karaj

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Ghezel Hesar prison, Karaj

At down September 25, the death sentences of two prisoners, previously convicted of murder in separate cases, were carried out in Ghezel Hesar Prison, Karaj, according ro Rokna.

One of these prisoners had committed murder during an altercation in November 2021. The other prisoner was convicted of killing a person on April 12, 2019, and was subsequently sentenced to death by the judiciary.

According to the report, three other prisoners, who had been sentenced to death on charges of murder and rape, were also taken to the gallows. However, they were granted a temporary reprieve and returned to their ward.

The identities of the executed prisoners were not disclosed in this report.

According to the Department of Statistics and Publication of Human Rights Activists in Iran, in 2023, at least 767 citizens, including 21 women and 2 juvenile offenders, were executed. Of these, the executions of 7 individuals were carried out in public. Additionally, during this period, 172 others were sentenced to death, with 5 of them sentenced to public execution. It is worth noting that during the same period, the initial death sentences of 49 other individuals were also upheld by the Supreme Court.

Prisoner Executed in Zahedan Prison for Drug-Related Crimes

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Amanollah Nohtani, Zabol, Zahedan, امان‌الله نهتانی

Today, September 26, the execution of a prisoner previously sentenced to death on drug-related charges was carried out in Zahedan Prison, according to a report by Haal Vsh.

The execution took place at dawn on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The identity of the executed individual has been reported as Amanollah Nohtani, 41 years old, married, and the father of five children, from Zabol.

Mr. Nohtani was arrested five years ago on drug-related charges and later sentenced to death by the Revolutionary Court of Zabol. In November 2023, he was transferred from Zabol Prison to Zahedan Prison and was moved to quarantine on Tuesday in preparation for his execution.

As of the time of this report, the execution has not been officially announced by prison authorities or relevant institutions.

The reports from the Department of Statistics and Publication of Human Rights Activists for the year 2023 reveal a concerning prevalence of executions for drug offenses in Iran, constituting 56.4% of the total executions. For a comprehensive examination of the details and statistics surrounding the executions in Iran, refer to HRANA’s report.

Prisoner Executed in Jiroft Prison

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Citizen executed, HRANA, Jiroft Prison, Yaser Balandeh, یاسر بالنده

A prisoner sentenced to death for murder has been executed in Jiroft Prison, Kerman Province, according to HRANA.

The prisoner has been identified as Yaser Balandeh, who was previously convicted on murder charges.

At the time of this report, prison authorities and relevant institutions have yet to officially confirm the execution.

According to the Department of Statistics and Publication of Human Rights Activists in Iran, in 2023, at least 767 citizens, including 21 women and 2 juvenile offenders, were executed. Of these, the executions of 7 individuals were carried out in public. Additionally, during this period, 172 others were sentenced to death, with 5 of them sentenced to public execution. It is worth noting that during the same period, the initial death sentences of 49 other individuals were also upheld by the Supreme Court.

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Execution of Three Inmates in Lahijan and Qazvin Prisons

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Lahijan, Mohammad Ghasaban, Qazvin, Saeed Alimardani

Three prisoners sentenced to death on charges of drug offenses and murder were executed in Lahijan and Qazvin prisons, as reported by Iran Human Rights Organization.

The inmates have been identified as Ali Afrooz, 31, from Sari; Saeed Alimardani, 45, from Tabriz; and Mohammad Ghasaban, 40, from Qazvin.

According to the report, Alimardani and Ghasaban were arrested in 2022 on the Qazvin-Tehran highway while transporting 150 kilograms of crystal meth and heroin. Both were subsequently sentenced to death, with their executions carried out on the morning of Monday, September 23, 2024, in Qazvin Prison.

Ali Afrooz was arrested in April-May 2021 for the murder of a family member and was also sentenced to death. His execution took place on Sunday, September 22, 2024, in Lahijan Prison.

At the time of this report, prison authorities and relevant institutions have not officially confirmed the executions.

According to the Department of Statistics and Publication of Human Rights Activists in Iran, in 2023, at least 767 citizens, including 21 women and 2 juvenile offenders, were executed. Of these, the executions of 7 individuals were carried out in public. Additionally, during this period, 172 others were sentenced to death, with 5 of them sentenced to public execution. It is worth noting that during the same period, the initial death sentences of 49 other individuals were also upheld by the Supreme Court.

A Prisoner Executed in Ezbaram Prison

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Amir Hosseini Boroumand, Citizen executed, Lahijan

On September 24, the execution of a prisoner previously sentenced to death on charges of murder was carried out in Ezbaram Prison, Lahijan, according to a report by Hirkani.

The prisoner has been identified as Seyed Amir Hosseini Boroumand, a resident of Lahijan.

According to the report, he was arrested in March 2020 on charges of murder during a confrontation and was sentenced to death after judicial proceedings. His execution was carried out without notifying his family or granting a final visit.

As of the time of this report, the execution has not been officially announced by prison authorities or relevant institutions.

According to the Department of Statistics and Publication of Human Rights Activists in Iran, in 2023, at least 767 citizens, including 21 women and 2 juvenile offenders, were executed. Of these, the executions of 7 individuals were carried out in public. Additionally, during this period, 172 others were sentenced to death, with 5 of them sentenced to public execution. It is worth noting that during the same period, the initial death sentences of 49 other individuals were also upheld by the Supreme Court.

Two Prisoners Executed in Tabriz Prison on Murder Charges

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Arastoo Safarghomi, Rasoul Pourmajed, Tabriz Prison

On September 15, 2024, two prisoners convicted of murder in separate cases were executed in Tabriz Prison, according to the Iran Human Rights Organization.

The executed individuals were identified as Arastoo Safarghomi, 35, and Rasoul Pourmajed, around 45.

According to a source familiar with the cases, Rasoul Pourmajed was arrested at his coffee shop and later sentenced to death for murder. Arastoo Safarghomi had been in detention for over two and a half years, also convicted of murder in a separate case, and received the death penalty.

As of the time of this report, prison and judicial authorities have not officially confirmed the executions.

According to the Department of Statistics and Publication of Human Rights Activists in Iran, in 2023, at least 767 citizens, including 21 women and 2 juvenile offenders, were executed. Of these, the executions of 7 individuals were carried out in public. Additionally, during this period, 172 others were sentenced to death, with 5 of them sentenced to public execution. It is worth noting that during the same period, the initial death sentences of 49 other individuals were also upheld by the Supreme Court.

Two Prisoners Executed in Central Prison of Karaj

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Akbar Azizi, Central Prison of Karaj, Hamed Jahedi, Karaj

On September 19, two prisoners sentenced to death on charges of drug-related offenses and murder were executed in the Central Prison of Karaj.

HRANA has confirmed the identities of the prisoners as Akbar Azizi and Hamed Jahedi, who had been convicted in a joint case involving both drug crimes and murder.

Prior to the execution, HRANA reported that the two prisoners had been transferred to solitary confinement in preparation for the carrying out of their death sentences.

At the time of this report, prison officials and relevant authorities have yet to officially announce the executions.

After a Retrial: Mohammad-Javad Vafaie Thani Sentenced to Death for the Third Time

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Babak Paknia, Mashhad, Mohammad Javad Vafaie Thani, Vakilabad prison

Seyed Mohammad-Javad Vafaie Thani, a political prisoner detained in Vakilabad Prison, Mashhad, has been sentenced to death for the third time by the Revolutionary Court of Mashhad. Vafaie Thani had previously been handed two death sentences by different branches of the Revolutionary Court, both of which were overturned by the Supreme Court, leading to a retrial in a parallel branch.

Babak Paknia, Vafaie Thani’s defense attorney, revealed in a social media post that a majority of the judges, rejecting the Supreme Court’s arguments, sentenced him to death once again on charges of “spreading corruption on earth.” The ruling remains subject to appeal.

Mohammad-Javad Vafaie, a 28-year-old boxing coach, was arrested in Mashhad in March 2020 and has been imprisoned since. His initial death sentence was based on charges of “corruption on earth through deliberate acts of destruction.” However, this ruling was overturned by the Supreme Court. Following a retrial, he was again sentenced to death, but this second sentence was also overturned in June 2023, and the case was referred to another court. Although the court set a substantial bail for his temporary release, he has remained in detention due to his inability to post bail.