This March 4th It has been a month since Manuel Guerrero Aviña was detained in Qatar because of his sexual orientation. Despite requests from family members, the Mexican continues without medical care and in a prison in Doha, the capital of Qatar.
This Monday, relatives of Manuel Guerrero and human rights defenders demonstrated in front of the British Embassy in Mexicodemanding the release of the Mexican immediately.
With banners and shouting “Being gay is not a crime!”, the group expressed its indignation and called on the British authorities, given that Manuel Guerrero has British nationality, to intervene to ensure his early freedom.
Detention and need for medical treatment
It is worth remembering that Manuel Guerrero, 44, was arrested on February 4 in Doha, the capital of Qatar.after attending an appointment organized through an application, where he was received by the Qatari police.
The Qatari authorities created a false profile, told Manuel to go with more people from the LGBTI community, and also detained a Moroccan man. Both were charged with methamphetamines.
The demonstration took place at number 350 Paseo de la Reforma in Mexico City, headquarters of the British Embassy. The Participants expressed their solidarity with Guerrero, who, in addition to facing unjust detention, requires urgent medical treatment as he lives with HIV..
The protest highlights the importance of defending the rights of the LGBTI community and advocating for the freedom of those who face persecution due to their identity and sexual orientation.
The British nationality of the detainee generates a call to the United Kingdom authorities to guarantee the safety and freedom of their citizen. At the same time, the family demands that the Mexican Embassy also collaborate to ensure the freedom of the compatriot.
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