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Protester sent to hospital after reporting police violence and not receiving help during epileptic seizures

Protester sent to hospital after reporting police violence and not receiving

Protester Niko Qarkaj was transported by ambulance to the hospital from the premises of the Security Block on "Mine Peza" street, shortly after his lawyer raised concerns about his health condition and allegations of violence.

According to lawyer Gentian Serjani, Qarkaj has opposed the security measure and has gone on a hunger strike.

He also suffers from epilepsy and, during one of the seizures he experienced, stated that he was raped by police officers.

Despite the legal defense's request for his release, there has been no official reaction from the authorities so far.

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