Morocco judge suspended for forcing mechanic to kiss shoes

Hisham Himmi, when contacted by AFP, confirmed the incident and said the magistrate, unhappy that his vehicle was not finish, insulted him and spit in his face. (Courtesy photo of Hespress)

AFP - RABAT Moroccan authorities suspended a judge after he forced a mechanic who had not repaired his car on time to kiss his shoes, Justice Minister Mustapha Ramid told AFP on Friday.

“After the prosecutor in Meknes (central Morocco) prepared a detailed report, we decided to suspend the magistrate,” Ramid said. The judiciary council will continue the investigation and then decide” whether to take further action.

Moroccan media and the Moroccan Association for Human rights said mechanic Hischam Himmi was forced by the judge to kiss his shoes after an argument.

Himmi, when contacted by AFP, confirmed the incident and said the magistrate, unhappy that his vehicle was not finish, insulted him and spit in his face.

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