Four more cases bring political prisoners in Venezuela to 382, says Foro Penal

The number of political prisoners in Venezuela has reached 382, according to the Venezuelan human rights organization Foro Penal. This figure reflects an increase of four cases, as documented by the group.

Foro Penal's registry details the demographics of those detained, noting that the total comprises 356 men and 26 women. The breakdown further indicates that 222 of the political prisoners are civilians, while 160 are members of the military. Additionally, one individual remains unaccounted for, classified as a victim of forced disappearance, with their current location unknown.

The organization has been consistently monitoring and reporting on the situation of political detainees in Venezuela, providing data on arrests and detentions that it attributes to political motivations. The increase in numbers highlights ongoing concerns regarding human rights and political freedoms within the country.