Abbas Maleki

Summary: Abbas Maleki, 33 years old, was injured by a gunshot to the back on the evening of January 7, 2025, in the city of Karaj and lost his life due to internal bleeding after being transferred to the hospital and undergoing two surgeries. His body was buried a few days later under pressure and restrictions. Name: Abbas Maleki Location: Karaj, Iran Date of Birth: Unknown Date of Incident: January 7, 2025 (Solar Hijri) Report: According to available information, Abbas Maleki, 33 years old, was shot in the back on the evening of January 7, 2025, in the city of Karaj. According to family members, as a result of this shooting, his kidney, liver, and spleen were severely damaged. Simultaneously with this incident, some of his friends were arrested, and Abbas Maleki was transferred to a vehicle despite his severe injuries. The family has stated that he was also subjected to beatings in that condition, and the manner of his transfer to the hospital remains unclear to them. After being transferred to the hospital, Abbas Maleki underwent two surgeries, which the medical staff reported as successful. He was moved to the intensive care unit after surgery, regained consciousness, and according to family members, spoke of hope for his recovery. However, hours later, the medical staff reported internal bleeding, and according to the family, less than a minute after calling them, it was announced that Abbas Maleki had passed away. The family reported that there was an attempt to introduce him as a "martyr," which they opposed. They were also asked to sign a complaint against three specific individuals for the release of the body and were warned that the funeral must be held under supervision, and any political slogans could have repercussions for the family. Abbas Maleki was buried a few days after the incident, and according to relatives, plainclothes forces were present at the burial ceremony as well. The family has stated that the release of the body only occurred after the intervention of a familiar judge. This judge confirmed the gunshot wound to the back and the distance of the incident from any gathering by reviewing the surveillance camera footage and personally guaranteed the responsibility for the body’s release. It has also been reported that at the same time as these events, individuals in plain clothes were present at the hospital, and the mobile phone of one of the relatives was confiscated. Sources: 1. Cousin, contact with Iran House