Karma Samdrub

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Tibet

Quick Facts

  • Gender: Male
  • Prison location: Tibet

Story

Karma Samdrub was detained by Chinese authorities in Lhasa, Tibet, on August 12, 2022, for possessing a pendant and images of the Dalai Lama. Accused of “contacting separatists,” his arrest reflects China’s harsh stance on Tibetan expressions of allegiance to the Dalai Lama. His case highlights the severe repression faced by Tibetans under Chinese control.

Action Steps

Karma Samdrub was detained by Chinese authorities in Lhasa, Tibet, on August 12, 2022, for possessing a pendant and images of the Dalai Lama. Accused of “contacting separatists,” his arrest reflects China’s harsh stance on Tibetan expressions of allegiance to the Dalai Lama. His case highlights the severe repression faced by Tibetans under Chinese control.

Charges

200$

Legal Status

Yes — she has been officially sentenced.

Health Status

Not good — Although previously listed as "good," his actual condition is concerning. she has suffered a stroke while in detention and has not received adequate medical care, which has led to a decline in his health.

Family Information

Karma Samdrub was detained by Chinese authorities in Lhasa, Tibet, on August 12, 2022, for possessing a pendant and images of the Dalai Lama. Accused of “contacting separatists,” his arrest reflects China’s harsh stance on Tibetan expressions of allegiance to the Dalai Lama. His case highlights the severe repression faced by Tibetans under Chinese control.