From: parcer@igc.apc.org (Prison Activist Resource Center)
Subject: Urgent Action - Leonard Peltier Transferred
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Leonard Peltier Defense Committee
Box 583, Lawrence KS 66044
913-842-5774 / fax: 913-842-5796
== Peltier Transferred - Urgent Call for Help!! ==
Leonard Peltier attended a parole hearing on Monday, Dec. 11 at Leavenworth
Penitentiary. During the hearing, which lasted for almost two hours,
evidence was presented to demonstrate the reasons why Peltier should be
looked upon favorably by the Parole Board. Leonard was represented by
Ramsey Clark and Carl Nadler. Arguing for the government was Lynn Crooks,
who stated to the parole officer that "somebody murdered those agents. Even
if it wasn't him, somebody had to do it" thereby admitting once again that
there exists no proof of guilt against Leonard Peltier. A decision will he
made within the next five weeks.
Some time on Tuesday Leonard Peltier found himself hauled onto a plane and
flying to a temporary transfer unit in Oklahoma City, OK. He was given no
reason for this mysterious move. He was placed in segregation (the hole)
and under lockdown. Leonard was told that he would be shipped to the
penitentiary at Atlanta, GA. For his own safety, he has stated that he will
remain in solitary while in that institution.
Leonard Peltier and the LPDC are expressing great fear and anxiety
regarding this transfer as Atlanta is considered to be a very unsafe
prison. We are asking our friends and supporters to intercede for Leonard
by phoning the Atlanta Prison at 404-622-6241 and letting prison officials
know that they will be held responsible for anything and everything that
happens to Leonard Peltier while he is in their custody. Also, voice your
concern and call for immediate justice by phoning the White House comment
line at 202-456-1111.
ALSO -- FAX to Warden Willie Scott, USP Atlanta: 404-331-2137
THE TIME FOR JUSTICE IS NOW - FREE LEONARD PELTIER
for more info, contact the LPDC at the number / address above
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