Jean Charles de Menezes
Jean Charles de Menezes was a 27-year-old Brazilian electrician who was tragically shot and killed by Metropolitan Police officers in London on July 22, 2005, after being mistakenly identified as a terrorist. His death, occurring in the midst of heightened tensions following the 7/7 bombings, raised significant concerns about police procedures and accountability.
Born on Jan 01, 1978 (47 years old)
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United Kingdom:
Jean Charles de Menezes was shot seven times in the head by police at Stockwell station.
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United Kingdom:
Jean Charles de Menezes was an innocent 27-year-old Brazilian electrician shot by police in a case of mistaken identity.
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Hungary:
Jean Charles de Menezes was mistakenly shot by police who believed he was a suicide bomber.
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Hungary:
Jean Charles de Menezes was mistakenly shot by police in connection with the bombings.
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Slovakia:
The police shot an innocent man, Jean Charles de Menezes, while searching for suspects.
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United Kingdom:
Jean Charles de Menezes was shot dead by officers the day after the failed attacks of 21 July 2005.
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Ireland:
Jean Charles de Menezes was shot dead by police in the wake of the 7/7 terrorist attacks.
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United Kingdom:
Jean Charles de Menezes died as a result of the ‘shoot to kill’ approach of Operation Kratos.
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Italy:
Jean Charles de Menezes was a Brazilian electrician who was mistakenly shot and killed by English police.
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Ireland:
Jean Charles de Menezes was an innocent Brazilian electrician shot by police during a manhunt for bombers.
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