Office of Imam Shirazi Representative Vandalized in Possible Hate Crime

The office of the Imam Shirazi’s representative in Saudi Arabia was vandalized today as witnesses describe the incident as a hate crime. According to the witnesses the office of Seyed Tahir Shamimi, the representative of the Imam Shirazi, in Al-Awamiyah was attacked by unknown masked men. As the result windows were defaced, and a glass door was shattered.

Imam Shirazi is a well-known Shia scholar whose followers have been attacked in different countries for their critiques towards oppressor governments.

Saudi Shia have been attacked by government forever, however recent attacks are carried out by unknown people. Last week an attack to Shia Muharram commemoration resulted in death of a teenager and 7 adults. Saudi authorities have always oppressed this population and spread hate speeches against them.

SRW urges Saudi government to investigate increasing crime against Shia Muslims and recognize this population as rightful citizens.