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State Department: U.S. citizens detained in DRC transferred into U.S. custody after sentences commuted
Summary
The State Department said U.S. citizens detained in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in connection with May 19 events have been transferred into U.S. custody after death sentences were commuted to life imprisonment; the department referred further details to the Department of Justice.
The State Department confirmed Tuesday that U.S. citizens who were detained in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in connection with the events of May 19 were transferred into U.S. custody after their death sentences were commuted to life imprisonment.
Tammy (State Department spokesperson) told reporters the department’s highest priority is the safety and security of U.S. citizens overseas and that the U.S. government was aware of the DRC’s transfer of custody. She said the department strongly condemned the armed attacks of May 19 and supports the DRC authorities in holding those responsible appropriately accountable, while also seeking consistent, compassionate, humane treatment and a fair legal process for the U.S. citizens.
The spokesperson referred reporters to the U.S. Department of Justice for further information about legal proceedings and said the State Department could confirm the transfer of custody but did not provide additional details about the individuals or next steps.
