Anonymous offers support to Tunisian protestors

[Joanne98]

Since we last visited the story of Anonymous helping protesters in Tunisia, there have been a few clarifications and developments shared with us. This update will bring anyone following the story up to speed.

On IRC, there have been several users from Tunisia sharing information and details regarding life in their country since the protests began. Their stories support the details coming out on Twitter and Facebook, painting a picture of a full-scale revolt.

The Tech Herald has learned that the reported death of the man who immolated himself, Mohamed Bouazizi, is untrue. Tragically, he shares his name with another protester who did die recently. According to reports, there have been dozens of injuries and at least four deaths.

Speaking to one Tunisian, we’ve learned that the police have been brutal when dealing with protestors, using live ammunition and other means of crowd control. Based on reports from Al Jazeera, who has been reporting from the ground, and those we’ve spoken to on IRC, there are several cases where police have beaten protesters outright.

http://www.thetechherald.com/article.php/201101/6639/Anonymous-offers-support-to-Tunisian-protestors-Update