Information obtained by Iran International confirms that Sajjad Valamanesh, a 20-year-old protester from the city of Lordegan, was killed after being shot by security forces during protests in the city on Thursday, January 1.
According to a source close to his family, Sajjad's family has been threatened by authorities and has received repeated calls from the Revolutionary Guard's Intelligence Organization.
The source added that an interview the family gave to state media was conducted under pressure and threats, and solely to secure the return of Sajjad's body.
Sajjad was neither a member of the Basij nor affiliated with any political party or organization, and was only a pro-monarchy protester, the source said.
Valamanesh was laid to rest on Friday, with a large crowd attending his funeral.
