They were told that the names Gildo Bata or Tom s Nhacumba were not on the register. The body of Tom s Nhacumba had a bullet hole in the forehead and one in the heart. Gildo Bata's body had a bullet hole in the forehead. The relatives complained to the commanding officer of the 16a Esquadra who ordered an inquiry. The results of this inquiry, reportedly stated that the detainees had been shot while trying to escape.
Every human being has the inherent right to life.
This right shall be protected by law.