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| Chhouk Bandit |
Associated Press
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia - A former Cambodian governor accused of shooting three garment workers during a labour protest was acquitted in a ruling that prompted outrage from rights groups.
Human rights groups said Wednesday the ruling highlights the impunity surrounding the political elite in the poor Southeast Asian country.
The former official, Chhouk Bandith, was governor of southeastern Bavet town when he became the prime suspect in the Feb. 20 shooting of three female protesters.
The women were wounded by gunshots while demonstrating for better working conditions and benefits outside their factory, which makes footwear for Germany's Puma brand and others.
After the February protest, Puma issued a statement saying it was covering all medical costs of the injured workers and was meeting with trade unions to ensure the safety of employees.
4 comments:
You would think something as outrage as this would bring Cambodians to the streets to protest. But, no they are too busy doing nothing. Inaction is the main cause of all evil.
How do they justify to let this guy go??? Can people shot other people and get away???
When you want Cambodian court has independence, means they decide whatever they like. Like it or not you must learn to live with it.
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