Iranian woman dies morality police refers to the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Iranian woman who died while in the custody of the morality police in Tehran, Iran, on September 16, 2022. Amini was arrested for allegedly wearing an “improper hijab,” a headscarf that did not fully cover her hair. She died three days after being detained, with reports indicating that she had been severely beaten. Her death sparked widespread protests in Iran and international condemnation.
The morality police, known formally as the Gasht-e Ershad, or “Guidance Patrol,” is a law enforcement unit in Iran responsible for enforcing the country’s strict dress code for women. The unit has been criticized for its heavy-handed tactics and arbitrary arrests. Amini’s death has brought the morality police under renewed scrutiny and has led to calls for its abolition.
