Miner accuses cop of brutality at Imbamadai

Wilton Tafares says his foot was injured when he was beaten by a policeman at Imbamadai

The police force is facing another accusation of brutality by a miner, who is calling for justice for the beatings he says he endured at the hands of cops at Imbamadai, in Region Seven, during questioning about missing gold mats.

Wilton Tafares is alleging that he sustained injuries when he was beaten about the body by a constable attached to the police station in his mining district. He is now calling on the acting Police Commissioner Leroy Brumell to investigate the matter and make Imbamadai a community where persons are not afraid of police violence.

Tafares, who visited Stabroek News’ offices yesterday, has his left ankle  strapped and