12 Years Later: Chacadan Daniel’s Family Continues Their Fight for Justice

The family of the deceased Chacadan Daniel has released a statement advocating for reforms in police evidence management, enhanced support for citizens pursuing justice, and the creation of an independent body to address complaints against law enforcement. This call for change comes in the wake of Police Commissioner Verne Garde’s announcement regarding the disappearance of critical evidence—a noose linked to Daniel’s 2013 murder. Over a decade after Daniel's tragic death in a Micoud Police Station cell, his family continues to endure the emotional toll, particularly heightened by the recent evidence loss. They expressed deep pain, comparing their suffering to Daniel’s final moments. The family criticized systemic failures in the justice system and emphasized the broader implications for human rights, especially for marginalized groups. Their three core demands include revising evidence procedures, improving citizen support mechanisms, and establishing an independent complaint body. They thanked the public and legal community for their unwavering support in seeking justice.