Evin Prison fire
On 15 October 2022, starting around 10:00 local time, a series of incidents including a fire, explosions and automatic gun battles occurred in the Evin Prison in Tehran, Iran, continuing through to early morning 16 October 2022. At least eight inmates died, and 57 others were injured according to Iranian government sources. An IRIB reporter stated that 40 people had died and then corrected herself.
| Part of Mahsa Amini protests | |
| Date | 15 October 2022 |
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| Location | Evin Prison, Evin, Tehran, Iran |
| Deaths | At least 8 inmates |
| Non-fatal injuries | 57+ |
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