Muere madre de un preso político esperando la liberación de su hijo: no pudo verlo Yarelis Salas, mother of political prisoner Kevin Orozco, passed away on January 22 after attending a vigil for her son. Her death, possibly due to a heart attack, underscores the plight of families awaiting the release of those detained for political reasons. Human rights organizations are demanding the immediate freedom of Orozco and others imprisoned arbitrarily.

• Yarelis Salas, mother of political prisoner Kevin Orozco, died on January 22.
• Her death occurred after participating in a vigil for her son’s release.
• The NGO Justice, Encounter and Forgiveness (JEP) stated she died waiting for justice.
• While a heart attack is suggested, the cause of death is unconfirmed by authorities or family.
• Vigils are being held following an announcement of potential releases of political prisoners.
• Kevin Orozco is detained in Tocorón for political reasons, arrested after post-election protests.
• Human rights organizations describe his detention as arbitrary and politically motivated.
• The NGO is demanding the immediate release of Orozco and all political prisoners.