Nationality:                                  Algerian


Marital Status:                             Single


Date of Arrest:                             January 2003


Location of Arrest:                       London


Cage Prisoners Profile:                 


Status:                                         Voluntary deportation to Algeria



 


Statement of Detainee 006


“Let me present myself. I am Detainee V. I was put in Belmarsh Prison in January 2003 for the ricin, or for, the NO ricin case and then I was acquitted and released on bail in 26 May 2005.


On 15 September 2005 I was arrested again for deportation to Algeria, my country of origin.


I tried to fight the deportation but there is no way for me to win my appeal whatsoever.


I know why I am detained and I am really proud with that. Firstly, I am proud because I didn’t commit any crime. Secondly I am proud because I’m detained for the honour I was born with which is my Islam and I’ll not sell it for anything.


I decided to go back to my country, Algeria . Things are uncertain especially regarding financial matters. I welcome any assistance for me.


The Home Office still delaying me deportation and playing political games with my life.


I thank you for all help and your support.


Please pass on my regards to all my friends and their loved ones at SACC, Cage Prisoners, Hhugs, Stop Political Terror and CAMPACC.”


Detainee V was deported to Algeria in June 2006. He was arrested on his return and detained by Algerian security services at a secret location for a number of days before being finally released and allowed to return home.