PS: As these lines are written (May 13th, 2020), our field team informed us of yet another turmoil in
the area. On May 12, tension within the RIC of Fylakio began in Wing D, with detainees burning
their mattresses and blankets protesting for their prolonged period of detention under “protective
custody”. The situation rapidly escalated to include also Wings B and C. The premises were
evacuated from personnel and NGOs, and there was an intervention of police forces. Fortunately,
there were no severe injuries. 28 persons, of whom 2 adults, were arrested; they all have been
transferred to Neo Chimonio police station.
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