Tigray Herald፡December 10,2024 (Mekele)
Comprehensive Report: Investigation into Colonel Tewlede Gebretensay’s Criminal Activities
Prepared by: Tigray Media Watch (TMW) Digital Intelligence Monitoring Group and Investigations Unit
Date: 10 December 2024
1. Executive Summary
This report presents a detailed investigation spanning 25 years into the criminal activities of Colonel Tewlede Gebretensay. Conducted by TMW’s undercover investigators, data analysts, and intelligence professionals, the findings uncover a persistent pattern of corruption, exploitation, and betrayal. The report emphasizes his significant role in undermining Tigray’s political, military, and social stability, coupled with his complicity in illicit activities during his tenure in the Ethiopian federal army and beyond.
2. Key Findings
2.1. Background and Profile
Name: Colonel Tewlede Gebretensay
Role: Former spy agent and logistics broker in the Ethiopian federal army
Personality Traits: Chronic dishonesty, manipulation, and self-serving behavior
Reputation: Known for betraying Tigray’s heroes, exploiting resources, and tarnishing public trust
2.2. Criminal Activities Timeline
1999-2005: Rise of Corruption
Role: Broker for illegal arms deals within the Ethiopian federal army
Activities: Money laundering and profiting from inflated logistics contracts
Impact: Diverted military funds into personal accounts
2005-2010: Expansion of Illicit Operations
Illegal Gold Mining: Exploited Tigray’s natural resources for personal gain
Human Trafficking: Involved in trafficking vulnerable Tigrayan individuals
2010-2018:
Accumulation of Wealth
Properties: Acquired multiple luxury properties in the United States, Dubai, Addis Ababa, Mekelle, Aksum, and Shire.
Assets: Purchased heavy machinery and trucks using laundered money
2018-2020: Betrayal During the Genocidal War on Tigray
Intelligence Failures: Provided false information about Eritrean military readiness, leading to strategic miscalculations
Exploitation: Stole logistics supplies intended for the Tigray Defense Forces (TDF)
2020-Present: Post-War Betrayal
Neglect of Veterans: Failed to provide support to wounded TDF veterans suffering from inadequate medical care
Disregard for Victims: Ignored thousands of Tigrayan women subjected to sexual violence during the genocide
2.3. Intelligence Failures and Betrayal
Misinformation to Tigray Government:
Provided false intelligence about Eritrean military strength and TDF logistics readiness
Resulted in weakened operational capabilities and significant military losses
Impact of Betrayal:
Undermined TDF morale and eroded public trust
Contributed to genocidal atrocities faced Tigray today.
3. Detailed Analysis
3.1. Personal Wealth and Exploitation
Illicit Wealth Accumulation:
Luxury properties and assets acquired through corruption
Illegal mining operations profiting from Tigray’s resources
Logistics Corruption:
Exploited military supply chains for personal financial gain
3.2. Neglect of Heroes and Victims
Veterans: Indifference toward wounded TDF veterans and genocide survivors
Manipulation: Attempted to deflect blame while discrediting true heroes
3.3. Lack of Moral Authority
Ethical Void: Demonstrated a complete lack of integrity and empathy
Deceptive Tactics: Relied on emotional manipulation to evade accountability
4. Recommendations
4.1. Accountability Measures
Legal Action: Prosecute for corruption, betrayal, and human rights violations
Asset Seizure: Confiscate properties and wealth acquired through illicit means
4.2. Support for Heroes and Victims
Veterans’ Welfare: Provide medical care, housing, and resources for wounded TDF veterans
Justice for Survivors: Establish support programs for victims of sexual violence
4.3. Ongoing Investigations
Surveillance: Continue monitoring and exposing individuals complicit in Tigray’s crises
Public Awareness: Launch campaigns to educate the community on the risks posed by figures like Tewlede Gebretensay
5. Conclusion
Colonel Tewlede Gebretensay’s actions epitomize betrayal, greed, and moral failure. His exploitation of Tigray’s resources and people has inflicted irreparable harm on the region’s struggle for survival and justice. This report calls for immediate accountability to rebuild trust and integrity within Tigray’s institutions.
Prepared by:
Tigray Media Watch (TMW)
Digital Intelligence Monitoring Group
“We remain steadfast in our mission to expose betrayal and corruption, ensuring justice for Tigray’s heroes and victims.”
