Armin Sayadi

Armin Sayadi(May 29, 2005 – October 12, 2022)

Following the nationwide protests in Iran in 2022, which began after the death of Jina (Mahsa) Amini, demonstrations continued across many cities, particularly in Kurdish regions. These protests were met with strong responses from security forces, and between September 19 and October 12, dozens of individuals lost their lives.

October 12, 2022 – Escalation of Protests and Violence

On the evening of Wednesday, October 12, 2022, the city of Kermanshah witnessed widespread protests. Demonstrators blocked streets and chanted slogans to express their grievances. The situation escalated as security and anti-riot forces intervened, leading to violent clashes and reports of direct gunfire toward protesters.

Victims of the Day

Armin Sayadi

Armin Sayadi, a teenager from the village of Qaleh Zanjir near Gahvareh, was born on May 29, 2005. He worked in agriculture and livestock farming to support his family. On October 12, 2022, he traveled to Kermanshah with friends. During the protests in the Dareh Darij area, he joined demonstrators. While leaving the area later that day, the vehicle he was in was shot at, and he was killed by gunfire.

Sina Naderi

Sina Naderi, 22, from Kermanshah, was shot in the same area. He was severely injured and later died at Farabi Hospital. He had previously been detained during protests and released on bail.

Aziz Moradi

In Sanandaj, Aziz Moradi was shot in the Naysar neighborhood and died later due to his injuries. He was the owner of a restaurant.

Kamal Faqhi

In Bukan, 46-year-old Kamal Faqhi was shot while on the rooftop of his home and later died in the hospital.

Seyed Mohammad Hosseini

In Saqqez, Seyed Mohammad Hosseini lost his life after being struck by a vehicle during the protests.

Other Reports

Reports also emerged regarding the death of a student named Negin Abdolmaleki. However, at the time, these reports were considered unverified or under investigation.

Conclusion

The events of October 12, 2022, marked a particularly tense day during the nationwide protests in Iran. In several cities, demonstrations were met with violent confrontations, resulting in multiple fatalities. Armin Sayadi, who was approaching his 18th birthday, was among those who lost their lives on that day.