A volunteer’s opinion after attending the trial of Mr. Suraj’s case

 Hi, I am Miura, a volunteer of APFS.

 Mr. Suraj’s trial for state compensation that was held the other day was the 10^th trial. I would like to write my opinion since attending the 5^th trial in July.

 I had the chance to know the case of Mr. Suraj when I visited APFS for my research. The first time I attended the trial was the 5^th trial. Then, the state’s argument that they had no fault in their doing and their intention to prolong the trial bothered me.

 During the 9^th trial that was held last month, pictures of Mr. Suraj’s deportation were shown, and I believe people who attended the trial must have been shocked by the images they saw. After knowing how the deportation is conducted by the Immigration Bureau staff from the shown pictures, I cannot help but imagine there are victims other than Mr. Suraj.

 As I participate in APFS’ activities, attend the trials, and listen to the explanations on details concerning the case from the lawyers of the defense counsel at meetings, my view that what the staff of Immigration Bureau have done is a crime becomes firm and the suspicion towards the state that does not admit their fault increases.

 Still, it is fortunate that the judge is sincere with the case and I believe the trial is proceeding certainly towards the final decision that should be made by the end of this year.

 Many people’s concern regarding this case and people’s attendance to the trial will be a great power to make clear the truth of the case. Please join us and attend the trial.