Faramarz Javid Zad

Faramerz Javidzad, an Iranian-American citizen, had been held in Evin Prison since 6 March 2022. He reportedly died due to stomach bleeding and lack of medical care.

On 24 September 2023, it was reported that Javidzad had been transferred to the prison infirmary due to his deteriorating condition. He was moved there because of stomach bleeding and pre-existing health issues, including diabetes and heart problems. However, shortly after, he was returned to his cell without receiving adequate treatment.

Reports indicate that prison officials delayed providing medical services to him, despite the judge's approval for his transfer to medical facilities outside the prison.

Faramerz Javidzad was a Jewish resident of Los Angeles, California, and was involved in real estate transactions. He was arrested on 6 March 2022 while in Iran due to a complaint from the Executive Headquarters of Imam's Command.

Human rights reports suggest that Javidzad spent approximately three months in solitary confinement under interrogation before being moved to the general ward of Evin Prison. Individuals who were incarcerated with him reported on his poor physical and mental condition.

On 26 September 2023, the Tehran Province Prison Administration responded to the news of Faramerz Javidzad's death by issuing a statement.

In this statement, allegations against Javidzad were presented, claiming that he had been transferred to medical facilities outside the prison five times during his two months of detention. It was also mentioned that he was moved to the infirmary on 24 September 2023 due to his worsening condition, and that cardiopulmonary resuscitation was performed with the presence of a doctor and nurse. Unfortunately, it was reported that he had passed away.