Libyan detention facility head known as 'Angel of Death' faces International Criminal Court
The head of a Libyan detention facility, known as the 'Angel of Death', is facing charges at the International Criminal Court for serious crimes. Prosecutors allege that Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri committed murder and rape against prisoners, including acts witnessed by children. This case marks the first Libyan suspect to be tried at the ICC, following a UN investigation into crimes in Libya after the fall of Moammar Gadhafi.
- ▪Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri is accused of 17 counts of crimes against humanity and war crimes at Mitiga prison.
- ▪Prosecutors described El Hishri as a senior commander known for committing acts of violence, including shooting prisoners.
- ▪The ICC is currently holding pretrial hearings to determine if there is sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onLibyan detention facility head known as 'Angel of Death' faces International Criminal CourtProsecutors at the International Criminal Court have told judges that the head of a Libyan detention facility murdered and raped prisoners, sometimes in front of their childrenByMOLLY QUELL Associated PressMay 19, 2026, 7:25 AM1:48FILE - The International Criminal Court (ICC) is seen on Dec. 9, 2025, in The Hague, Netherlands.
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