Amador Vidal Sambenito

Timeline Events 2

1. May 1, 1991

   Opening of criminal proceedings against officers for the murder of Hugo Bustíos

   As a consequence of the murder of journalist Hugo Bustíos Saavedra, in May 1991 Army officers Víctor La Vera Hernández and Amador Vidal Sambenito were charged with the crime of homicide. Simultaneously, the Military Justice opened a judicial investigation the same month, initiating a dispute of competence that would eventually …

   Perú Informe CVR, página 3052

   #homicidio #periodistas #ejército #caso-bustíos #contienda-de-competencia
2. May 1, 1991

   Assassination of Hugo Bustíos Saavedra

   Hugo Bustíos Saavedra was assassinated, leading to a criminal process against Army officers Víctor La Vera Hernández and Amador Vidal Sambenito for homicide. Simultaneously, the Military Justice system opened its own investigation and later confirmed a resolution to remove the accused from the process. The military defendants then claimed double …

   Peru Página 506

   #Hugo Bustíos Saavedra #military justice #human rights violations #Peru #double jeopardy