Sana'a: The Prosecutor General, Judge Abdul Salam Al-Houthi, confirmed that 5,278 prisoners and detainees have been released from central and reserve correctional facilities, as well as detention centers under the prosecution, security agencies, and police stations in the capital Sana'a and the governorates, on the occasion of the anniversary of the noble Prophet's birth (Mawlid al-Nabawi) for the year 1448 AH.
According to Yemen News Agency, the Prosecutor General stated that the implementation of these releases came in accordance with the directives of the Revolution Leader, Sayyed Abdulmalik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, and the President of the Supreme Political Council, on this great occasion.
He pointed out that the releases, which began on the 12th of Safar, took place during field visits by himself, along with heads and deputies of prosecutions, to prisons and detention centers. This was in addition to visits by the Committee for Handling Prison and Prisoner Cases, and the joint committee from the Presidency and the Public Prosecution.
Judge Al-Houthi explained that these measures included all those who could be released for crimes that do not pose a threat to society, in addition to the sick, the elderly, and those released on bail in cases pending investigation. The release also included the insolvent whose debts were paid by philanthropists, with the cooperation of the Committee for Handling Prison and Prisoner Cases.
The Prosecutor General expressed his gratitude for all the efforts made by the heads, deputies, and members of the Public Prosecution, administrative staff, joint committees, local authority leaders, security agency officials, judicial police officers, and prison administrations in accomplishing this important work.
He affirmed that the field visits contributed to addressing many cases and directing the expedited handling of cases, bringing justice closer to citizens and achieving security and stability.
Judge Al-Houthi noted that these releases embody the values of tolerance and mercy brought by the Greatest Messenger (PBUH), in alleviating the burden on prisoners and their families. This represents an opportunity for those released to repent, turn back to God, open a new chapter in life, and return to society as reformed individuals, while noting the Public Prosecution's commitment to upholding rights and safeguarding freedoms.