Ali al-Ghanmi | |
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 Ali al-Ghanmi joining protests | |
| Born | c. 1987 |
| Nationality | Bahraini |
| Occupation | Police officer |
| Known for | Defection from police during 2011 Bahraini uprising |
Ali Jassim al-Ghanmi[1] (Arabic: علي جاسم الغانمي) (born c. 1987)[2] is a Bahraini former policeman who came to public attention for leaving his post and joining protesters in February 2011 of the Bahraini uprising (2011–present). On 9 January 2012, he was sentenced to 12 years' imprisonment.[2]
- ^ "Bahrain: Sectarian cleansing campaign to the security institutions". Bahrain Center for Human Rights. 31 July 2011. Retrieved 19 May 2012.
- ^ a b "Bahrain unrest: policeman jailed for joining protests". BBC News. 9 January 2012. Retrieved 19 May 2012.