The Dwyer family from Ballinderry – whose son, Michael, was shot dead by Bolivian state police in 2009 – will travel to the European Parliament tomorrow.
They are seeking support for their efforts to have the European Union bring the Bolivian authorities to account for the circumstances of their son’s death.
Michael Dwyer was one of three men killed in the police operation – at the time the authorities in the South American country claims the men were involved in a plot to assassinate President Evo Morales.
The 24 year olds Ballinderry mans family expect to meet with all of Ireland’s MEP's and have also requested a meeting with officials from the office of UN High Representative, Catherine Ashton.
The family is concerned that, as the third anniversary of their son’s death approaches, evidence surrounding his killing may begin to fall away.
The family is particularly concerned that there has been no comprehensive investigation into the killing and that no detailed police reports have been made available to the family or external authorities.
It also remains unclear as to who killed Michael Dwyer and who provided the authorisation for his killing.
