186 detainees on hunger strike, Ombudsman visits Remand Prison

UIKS emphasizes that the current health condition of all detainees participating in the strike is stable.

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Investigation prison (illustration), Photo: Boris Pejović
Investigation prison (illustration), Photo: Boris Pejović
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The Protector of Human Rights and Freedoms Siniša Bjeković visited the Remand Prison, where he spoke with detainees who expressed a desire for direct contact.

This was announced by the Directorate for the Execution of Criminal Sanctions, stating that 186 detainees are on strike.

"As previously announced, all persons participating in the strike are under constant surveillance, and their health condition is continuously monitored by the Health Care Sector. We emphasize that the current health condition of all detained persons participating in the strike is stable," said UIKS.

They pointed out that on the occasion of this event, the Protector of Human Rights and Freedoms, Siniša Bjeković, visited the Podgorica Remand Prison yesterday.

"During the visit, the Protector of Human Rights and Freedoms held talks with several detained persons who expressed a desire for direct contact and to express their views and observations, which are within the competence of the Protector's institution. In accordance with previously undertaken activities, the Administration for the Execution of Criminal Sanctions will continue to take all necessary measures to protect the health of detained persons, and in this regard, to maintain order and security in the Administration," they said.

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