Justice for Amirhossein Torkan: Demand a Full, Independent, and Transparent Investigation

Petition Summary

On 27 May 2026, Amirhossein Torkan, a British citizen, political activist, and advocate for democracy and human rights, reportedly suffered life-threatening injuries in an incident in Golders Green, London.

The incident has caused deep concern among members of the public, the Iranian community, human rights advocates, and supporters of democratic values. While investigations are ongoing, many questions remain unanswered. The public deserves clarity, transparency, and confidence that every relevant fact will be examined thoroughly and impartially.

This petition does not seek to prejudge the outcome of any investigation or assign blame without evidence. Rather, it seeks to ensure that the truth is established through a comprehensive, independent, and evidence-based investigation conducted in accordance with the rule of law.

No individual should face harm, intimidation, or violence because of their peaceful exercise of democratic rights. Equally, no serious incident should remain clouded by uncertainty where public confidence requires transparency and accountability.

Justice requires truth. Truth requires transparency. Transparency requires a full and independent investigation.

We urge all those who value democracy, human rights, freedom of expression, and the rule of law to sign this petition and support the pursuit of justice.

 

To:

The Metropolitan Police Service
The Home Office
Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC)
Human Rights Organizations and Relevant Public Authorities

 

Petition

We, the undersigned, respectfully call upon the relevant authorities of the United Kingdom to undertake a full, transparent, independent, and impartial investigation into the incident involving Amirhossein Torkan.

Mr. Torkan is a British citizen and long-standing political activist who has dedicated years to promoting democracy, human rights, freedom of expression, and peaceful political participation. Through his public engagement and advocacy, he has become a recognized voice among many members of the Iranian community and supporters of democratic values.

As a citizen of the United Kingdom, Mr. Torkan has exercised rights that are fundamental to a democratic society, including freedom of speech, freedom of assembly, and peaceful political engagement. These freedoms are protected under British law and represent core principles of the United Kingdom’s democratic tradition.

The reported circumstances surrounding the incident have generated significant concern among members of the public and within the wider Iranian diaspora. Given the seriousness of the injuries sustained and the public interest in establishing the facts, it is essential that every aspect of the incident be investigated thoroughly, professionally, and without prejudice.

This petition is not intended to make allegations against any individual or organization, nor does it seek to influence the outcome of any investigation. Its purpose is to ensure that all available evidence is examined, that all relevant lines of inquiry are pursued, and that any conclusions are based solely on verified facts and the rule of law.

 

We Respectfully Request That the Relevant Authorities:

1. Conduct a Comprehensive Investigation

Undertake a full, independent, and impartial investigation into all circumstances surrounding the incident involving Amirhossein Torkan.

2. Preserve and Review All Evidence

Secure, preserve, and thoroughly examine all available evidence, including:

CCTV and surveillance footage;
Witness statements and testimony;
Forensic and technical evidence;
Vehicle and collision data;
Digital communications and electronic records;
Any other material relevant to establishing the facts.
3. Examine All Possible Factors

Investigate all possible circumstances and motivations that may have contributed to the incident and ensure that no relevant line of inquiry is overlooked.

4. Determine the Full Facts

Establish, through an evidence-based process, whether the incident was accidental or whether criminal, political, ideological, or any other factors played a role.

5. Guarantee Equality Before the Law

Ensure that the investigation remains entirely free from bias or improper influence and that no aspect of the process is affected by nationality, ethnicity, religion, political opinion, or any other personal characteristic.

6. Ensure Accountability

Take all appropriate legal action against any individual or individuals found responsible should the evidence support such action.

7. Maintain Transparency

Provide appropriate public updates throughout the investigative process, consistent with legal requirements, to maintain public confidence and trust.

8. Protect Democratic Freedoms

Reaffirm the United Kingdom’s commitment to protecting political activists, human rights defenders, journalists, and all individuals who peacefully exercise their democratic rights.

 

Why This Matters

The United Kingdom has long been respected around the world for its commitment to democracy, justice, human rights, and the rule of law.

These principles require that every person receives equal protection under the law and that every serious incident is investigated thoroughly, fairly, and without fear or favor.

A transparent and independent investigation is important not only for Amirhossein Torkan and his family, but also for maintaining public confidence in democratic institutions and reinforcing the principle that no individual should suffer harm, intimidation, or violence because of the lawful exercise of their rights.

The strength of a democracy is measured not only by the freedoms it guarantees, but by its willingness to defend those freedoms when they are challenged.

 

Our Call

We stand united in support of justice, accountability, transparency, and the protection of fundamental democratic freedoms.

We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to take all necessary steps to establish the facts, uphold the rule of law, and ensure that justice is served.

If a peaceful political activist can suffer life-threatening harm without complete public confidence that every fact has been uncovered, then the democratic rights of all citizens are weakened.

Stand for Justice. Demand Transparency. Defend Democratic Freedom.

Sign this petition today.

 

Sincerely,

The Undersigned

Supporters of Human Rights, Democracy, Freedom of Expression, and Equal Protection Under the Law