RA MIA: Pre-trial detention centers in Aparan and Tashir closed

ArmInfo.The pre-trial detention centers (PIFs) in Aparan and Tashir have been suspended  since February 17, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) of Armenia.

The department noted that this decision is part of police reform  strategy  to optimize the work of pre-trial detention centers by 30%  based on data from 2022-2023. The MIA has identified facilities with  poor conditions and high workload during the analysis, considering  the  availability of alternative institutions in nearby areas.

"The main objective of the reform is to create detention facilities  that are better-maintained and properly equipped to meet  international standards. Currently,  11 out of 33 pretrial detention  facilities have already had their activities suspended, while 22  continue to operate," the department reported. The Ministry of  Internal Affairs is continuing to monitor the situation and develop  solutions to improve the detention system as part of the reform.