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Leonard Peltier’s MRI Confirms Abdominal Aortic Aneurism Diagnosis

by Levi Rickert / Currents / 10 Jan 2016
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Published January 10, 2016

Leonard Peltier

Leonard Peltier has been in prison for 40 years

COLEMAN, FLORIDA — The International Leonard Peltier Defense Committee (ILPDC) in an email to Native News Online on Sunday evening said that the preliminary diagnosis of abdominal aortic aneurism has been confirmed. MRI results indicating the size and location must be reviewed by physicians who will consult with Peltier.

“We would expect the Bureau of Prison to act with utmost urgency, but have long ago learned not to get our hopes up for speedy action,” says Peter Clark, co-chairman of the International Leonard Peltier Defense Committee. “The last time I visited Leonard was June 2015. During our visit Leonard put his hand on his abdomen and said ‘I know something is wrong in here.’ He then went on to describe symptoms of this condition. Leonard had described his illness to the medical staff at Coleman USP I prior to June 2015.”

“ILPDC has put out numerous calls to action since that time, and Leonard’s legal team and supporters have fought for years for adequate healthcare for Leonard. ILPDC will provide further details as they become available. Supporters should keep pressure on the Bureau of Prison for timely treatment and transfer to a suitable medical facility,” Clark continued.

Please visit http://www.bop.gov/inmates/concerns.jsp. Make reference to Leonard Peltier #89637-132 and USP Coleman I. Voice your concern about Leonard’s medical treatment, and let the federal Bureau of Prisons know that the world is watching. Demand that Leonard receive the best possible care.

Please also contact:

Federal Bureau of Prisons
320 First St., NW
Washington, DC 20534
202-307-3198
info@bop.gov

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Levi Rickert, a tribal citizen of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, is the publisher and editor of Native News Online. Previously, he served as editor of the Native News Network. He is a resident of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

6 Comments
  1. ADRIAN ROBINSON 3 years ago

    FOR GOD’S SAKE HELP THIS MAN LEONARD PELTIER

  2. Tomilee Edmonson 3 years ago

    Does the Creator himself have to suggest that Leonard be returned to the very small portion of his life that had not, as yet, been stolen from him❓

  3. Laurie Gunn 3 years ago

    Have you thought of creating a petition on Move on or Kos? Or maybe going on a Pacifica station? KPFK Los Angeles has an “Indian Airwaves” show. Many more people should be hearing about this. Leonard deserves a wider call to action! I did send a response to the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Thanks!

  4. AJ 3 years ago

    We have tried earnestly to help Mr Peltier. Contacted the Committee and his daughter through email. Unfortunately, to no avail. We are not seeking attention but to help Mr Peltier in his efforts to be set free and live his life on his homeland in comfort and peace.

  5. richard smith 3 years ago

    i sent a form letter of concern to the federal prison authority at the http address. but we have no idea if this will do any good, but if enough people do the same, maybe it will. i sincerely hope so.

  6. Letitia Latham 3 years ago

    What would our world be like if Nelson Mandala has not been released???!!! PLEASE . . . DO THE RIGHT THING !!!