Cause of Death: Yves Sakila’s death occurred following a confrontation with private security personnel outside the Arnotts department store on Henry Street, Dublin. Reports state that security guards detained him after an alleged theft incident and restrained him on the ground. During the restraint, Sakila reportedly became unresponsive. Gardaí and emergency responders attempted life-saving measures before he was transported to the Mater Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The incident triggered public concern because videos shared online appeared to show prolonged restraint and possible excessive force.

Cause of Death: Parham Mehrabi was killed on January 8, 2026, during anti-government demonstrations in Mashhad. According to sources cited by Iran International, the 18-year-old was standing beside his father when Iranian security forces opened direct fire on protesters. He was struck by live ammunition and died at the scene. His death was part of the broader state crackdown known as the “January Massacre,” in which thousands of demonstrators were reportedly killed across Iran. Cause of Death (Extended)

Cause of Death: Mohammad Reza Miri was executed by hanging in Iran after being convicted in connection with unrest that occurred during anti-government protests in Mashhad in January 2026. Iranian authorities stated that he was involved in violent activities during the protests, including actions that allegedly contributed to the killing of a member of Iran’s security forces. He was executed following the confirmation of his death sentence by Iran’s Supreme Court, as part of a group execution carried out in the early hours of May 4, 2026.

Cause of Death: Ebrahim Dolatabadi was executed by hanging in Iran after being convicted in connection with anti-government unrest that took place in Mashhad during January 2026.

Cause of Death: Mehdi Rasouli was executed by the Iranian authorities after being convicted in a state legal process that alleged his involvement in unrest-related violence and espionage activities. Iranian state media described him as being linked to an alleged “Israel-connected plot” and accused him of having a direct role in the killing of a member of Iran’s security forces during unrest events. The execution was carried out as part of these convictions under national security and anti-espionage charges.

Cause of Death: Robert Brooks died from injuries sustained during a severe beating by correctional officers inside the Marcy Correctional Facility. The assault, which was captured on body cameras, showed officers using repeated physical force against him. Despite being in custody and under supervision, Brooks was unable to defend himself, and the injuries he sustained during the incident led to his death the following day.

Cause of Death: Mohammad Seidi died from a gunshot wound inflicted by security forces during protests in Karaj. He was reportedly hit in the throat area by live ammunition on 8 January 2026. He was critically injured and fell into a coma, remaining in hospital for two days before dying on 10 January 2026.

Cause of Death: Saeid Kalvandi died from severe injuries sustained after being shot in the leg with live ammunition by military-security forces during protests on 8 January 2026. Despite being transferred to a hospital in Tehran for treatment, the extent of his injuries proved fatal, and he passed away two days later.