In El Helicoide, Luis Turbay Experienced Darkness But Also Hope
Luis Turbay, a former political prisoner and coordinator of the Mundo command, confessed for the YouTube series 'Inquebrantables' that, during his detention in El Helicoide, the right to defense and access to justice were systematically violated.
TL;DR
- Luis Turbay, a former political prisoner, described systemic violations of his right to defense and access to justice during his 13-month detention in El Helicoide.
- He shared experiences of living in a windowless, overcrowded cell with more than 20 individuals, facing constant stress and uncertainty.
- Turbay noted that repression extended to his family, with unjustified raids on his sisters' businesses.
- He witnessed the 'dark side' of his captors but also experienced solidarity from fellow inmates and those advocating for democracy abroad.
- Despite the difficult experience, Turbay expressed gratitude and believes it was worthwhile for the future of Venezuela.
- El Helicoide, once intended as a modern commercial center, is known for human rights violations, with a 2019 UN report documenting torture there.
- The announced closure of El Helicoide in January for transformation into a sports complex has not yet materialized.