Complete database of events related to the internal armed conflict in Peru, extracted from the Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (CVR). 5,159 events documented from 1817 to 2003.
In November 2002, a mother recounted the tragic assassination of her son in Vinchos, a district in Huamanga, Ayacucho. The testimony highlights the personal impact of violence on families during this period, as the mother reflects on the loss and its effect on her life.
In November 2002, a testimony was recorded detailing the assassination of family members in Pomahuasi, Huanta Ayacucho. This event is part of a series of human rights violations reported in the region. The testimonies highlight the ongoing struggle for justice and the impact on surviving family members.
In October 2002, testimonies were recorded about the assassination of individuals in Aurora, Ayna, La Mar, Ayacucho. The events were part of a series of violent incidents that affected the region, leaving families without their loved ones. The testimonies highlight the ongoing struggle and emotional impact on those left behind.
In October 2002, a testimony was recorded detailing the assassination of an individual's husband in Ocros, Huamanga, Ayacucho. The event left the community in deep sorrow, as they were unable to properly bury the victims, leading to ongoing feelings of sadness and unrest.
In October 2002, a woman reported the assassination of her husband in Salucc, Ayacucho. This event is part of a series of testimonies collected by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in Peru, highlighting the violence and human rights abuses experienced during that period.
In September 2002, testimonies were collected regarding the assassination of a father in Haquira, Cotabamba, Apurimac. The event left the family in a state of orphanhood, with the eldest sibling taking on the responsibility of caring for younger siblings. The loss also had a profound impact on the community, particularly …
Giulio Rocca, a young seminarian and volunteer with the Matogrosso operation, was assassinated by members of Sendero Luminoso (SL) on October 1, 1999, in Jangas, near Huaraz, Peru. Rocca attempted to engage in a dialogue with SL members about their revolutionary ideas, which led to his murder. This event was …
On October 1, 1999, Giulio Rocca, a young Italian volunteer working with the Prelature of Huari, was assassinated in Jangas, near Huaraz, Peru. This event was part of a broader campaign by the Shining Path against the Catholic Church, which they accused of being agents of imperialism. The Shining Path's …
On November 23, 1997, a video was recorded by Congressman Jorge del Castillo Gálvez at the Yanamayo prison, where Mesmer Carles Talledo implicated the Colina Group in the assassination of Pedro Huilca Tecse. Carles claimed that the order for the assassination came from General Rivera Lazo. However, Carles later recanted …
José del Castillo, a former leader of the Shining Path who became a leader of the local defense groups in Naranjillo, was assassinated on April 6, 1996. He was killed while supposedly on patrol with another member of the 'Comité de Luchadores por la Paz. His vehicle was thrown into …
In April 1996, several individuals were convicted for their involvement in terrorist activities linked to the assassination of political leader Orestes Rodríguez Campos and his son Oscar Rodríguez Kadota. These acts were carried out by the PCP-SL as part of a systematic campaign to instill fear and unrest among the …
Pascuala Rosado was intercepted and assassinated by a PCP-SL elimination squad near the Mercado de la Av. 15 de Julio. After being shot in the forehead, an explosive was placed on her body, which detonated shortly after. The attack was similar in execution to the assassination of María Elena Moyano, …
Lavalle, a community leader, was assassinated in Raucana, allegedly by members of the PCP-SL. Amnesty International reported that his murder was part of a campaign of intimidation against local leaders who opposed the PCP-SL's efforts to control the area. The incident highlighted the ongoing tensions and violence in the region, …
On February 23, 1993, members of the MRTA assassinated David Ballón Vera, a mining businessman, after he was kidnapped on September 11, 1992, in San Miguel, Lima. The assassination occurred due to a failure to reach an agreement on the ransom amount. This incident marked the first time the MRTA …
David Ballón Vera, a businessman, was kidnapped and executed by the 'Fuerzas Especiales' of the Movimiento Revolucionario Túpac Amaru (MRTA) in 1993. His body was found with gunshot wounds to the head, indicating he was subjected to physical abuse and deprivation before being killed. The incident was part of a …
In 1993, the PCP-SL assassinated the industrial relations officer at the Julcani mine. Following this event, military and police forces increased their control over mining centers, leading to the shooting of worker Juvenal Martínez by Major Rubén Rodríguez Rebanal during a mobilization. These actions were reportedly coordinated between the mining …
In January 1993, Rolando Galindo, the deputy mayor and a mayoral candidate of Villa El Salvador (VES), was assassinated in his home. This event was followed by a series of violent incidents attributed to the Shining Path, including the murder of another mayoral candidate, A. Pantigoso, and his wife. Throughout …
In January 1993, two mayoral candidates, Rolando Galindo and A. Pantigoso, were assassinated in VES, Peru. These killings were part of the PCP-SL's strategy to create 'power vacuums' during the local elections. While the PCP-SL was suspected to be behind these murders, there were doubts about their involvement, particularly in …
Pedro Crisólogo Huilca Tecse, a prominent union leader, was assassinated in 1992. His partner, Martha Flores Gutiérrez, accused the government of then-President Alberto Fujimori of being responsible for his death, claiming it was not the work of insurgent groups like Sendero Luminoso or MRTA. Huilca was killed while actively opposing …
Pedro Huilca, a prominent labor leader in Peru, was assassinated on December 18, 1992. His death was initially attributed to the Shining Path (Sendero Luminoso), a Maoist guerrilla group. However, there were allegations and suspicions that the assassination might have been orchestrated by the Grupo Colina, a death squad linked …
Pedro Huilca Tecse, the Secretary General of the Confederación General de Trabajadores del Perú (CGTP), was assassinated on December 18, 1992. Prior to his assassination, he had attended the Annual Conference of Executives (CADE) and called for a national agreement addressing labor issues. His assassination followed a period of tension …
On 5 November 1992, Colonel Manuel Alberto Tumba, a key figure in the DINCOTE and involved in the capture of Abimael Guzmán, was assassinated by a specialized detachment of the PCP-SL. This targeted killing was part of the PCP-SL's strategy to eliminate police officers and dealt a significant blow to …
In November 1992, a special detachment from the Zona Sur agreed in San Juan de Miraflores to plan an assassination attempt on a PNP Commander from the Surquillo station. The operation was in retaliation for the commander's involvement in the capture of President Gonzalo. The plan involved a tactical operation …
On July 18, 1992, a group of university students from La Cantuta were assassinated. These students were accused of being terrorists by intelligence agents and military troops stationed at the university. This event occurred amidst a broader military intervention in universities perceived as centers of subversive activity.
Pedro Yauri, a victim of the Grupo Operativo Especial 'Colina', was abducted from his home and taken to a beach near Huacho. There, he was interrogated, tortured, and forced to dig his own grave before being executed by a gunshot to the head. His father attempted to report the kidnapping, …
In April 1992, a series of targeted assassinations were carried out by the Shining Path (PCP-SL) in Huanta, Peru. Key figures, including the brother of a local leader and a former leader of a housing association, were killed. These actions were part of a broader strategy by the PCP-SL to …
On the morning of March 31, 1992, Ana Lira was assassinated in San Juan de Lurigancho, Lima, Peru. As she attempted to board public transport, she was shot in the back and subsequently killed by multiple gunshots, including a final shot to the head. Her husband, Efrén Poémape, witnessed the …
María Elena was assassinated during a fundraising event in Lima, Peru. Armed individuals targeted her, and after being shot, her body was rigged with explosives, resulting in a devastating explosion. The attack left several attendees injured and caused chaos and confusion among the survivors.
Maria Elena Moyano, a prominent community leader, was brutally assassinated by the PCP-SL on 15 February 1992. Her murder marked a turning point in the perception of the PCP-SL, as their violent tactics began to instill fear rather than garner support among the local population. This event highlighted the group's …
On February 14, 1992, María Elena Moyano, a prominent community leader and president of the Federation of Women of Villa El Salvador, was assassinated by the Shining Path (PCP-SL) during a period of heightened violence in the area. The assassination occurred on the same day the Shining Path had called …
Andrés Sosa Chanamé, a former leader of PCP Unidad and ex-member of the MRTA, was assassinated on January 25, 1992, in Villa El Salvador. His assassination followed the killing of another former MRTA member, 'Germán', who was murdered on August 22, 1991. The killings were reportedly sanctioned by MRTA leadership, …
In 1992, the union leader Donato Bernal was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head near the Club Peruano. This event occurred during a period of intense repression against union leaders, who were often unjustly accused of terrorism. The assassination left the community in shock, as the perpetrators …
Galina Ivanova, a Soviet designer at Textil La Unión, was assassinated in 1992. Her murder was reportedly in retaliation for the perceived mistreatment and subsequent death of a 54-year-old worker, who was demoted to menial tasks and died after a confrontation with management. The incident highlights the intense labor disputes …
Colonel Manuel Tumba Ortega, a high-ranking officer in the Peruvian police force, was assassinated in 1992. He had been involved in anti-terrorism efforts against the Communist Party of Peru - Shining Path. The decision for his assassination was made by the party's regional leadership in Lima.
On December 22, 1991, the former mayor of Huamanga, referred to as L.Z.C., was assassinated in Ayacucho, Peru. The incident occurred near the Plaza de Armas, as the victim was leaving a social event at the 'Wari Club'. The assassination was carried out by an individual named 'Carrión', who shot …
On November 7, 1991, Johny Acha Rafael was murdered and his body was found in a sack in a place called Jardín Azul. The incident was widely reported in international media, including CNN and France Presse, and led to public denunciations. Following the denunciations, local leaders and the community faced …
Jorge Luis Cerrón Acosta, a 22-year-old agronomy student and member of the Pastoral University Team, was assassinated by Shining Path (SL) operatives. He was shot twice, once in the back of the head and then on the ground, with a note left on his body accusing him of misleading the …
On September 14, 1991, in the settlement of Juan Pablo II, community leaders Fortunato Collazos Crispín and Alfredo Aguirre Berrocal were assassinated by the Shining Path (PCP-SL). This event occurred amid heightened tensions and accusations of terrorism against local leaders, as the PCP-SL had increased its presence in the area. …
Italian priest Alessandro Dordi Negroni was assassinated by members of the terrorist organization PCP-SL in Chimbote, Peru. The investigation identified Santiago Santos Vásquez Naval as one of the perpetrators, who claimed involvement under duress. The incident drew national and international condemnation, including from the Vatican and the Peruvian Episcopal Conference.
Rosa Pretell, the supervisor of the women's boarding school at the UNE, was assassinated on September 4, 1991. The crime was claimed by the PCP-SL, who accused her of collaborating with the military by providing information about the students. This event highlights the tensions and dangers faced by individuals perceived …
During a period of intense violence in Peru, members of the Church, including two nuns and several priests and laypeople, were assassinated by the PCP-SL. The Church, led by figures such as Monsignor José Dammert, condemned these acts as unjustifiable and highlighted the Church's commitment to standing with the people …
Father Alessandro Dordi Negroni, an Italian priest working in Peru, was assassinated on 25 August 1991. While traveling to the district of Santa after celebrating a mass in Vinzos, his vehicle was stopped by two armed men. Despite his plea, Father Dordi was shot and killed by one of the …
On August 13, 1991, presumed terrorists attacked a restaurant in Niñobamba, Peru, killing its owner, Raúl Jaico. The attackers looted the establishment, set it on fire, and planted explosives, effectively demolishing the site. This incident was linked to the activities of the PCP-SL, as indicated by intelligence reports.
On October 8, 1991, members of the Destacamento Especial Nº 03, part of the Socorro Popular del Perú, were arrested for the assassination of former Minister of Labor Orestes Rodríguez Campos. The group was also implicated in various terrorist activities in Lima, including bombings and robberies. The operation was part …
On August 9, 1991, two Franciscan priests, Zbigniew Strzalkowski and Michel Tomasek, were abducted by members of the Shining Path from their parish house in Pariacoto, Peru. They were taken to a location near the cemetery and executed. This event was part of a series of violent acts against the …
On August 9, 1991, two Polish Franciscan priests, Michel Tomaszek and Zbigniew Strzalkowski, were assassinated by a group of Shining Path militants in Pariacoto, Ancash, Peru. This attack was part of a broader campaign by the Shining Path to intimidate and undermine the influence of the Catholic Church in Peru …
On August 9, 1991, members of the Shining Path (PCP-SL) assassinated two Polish priests, Miguel Tomaszek and Zbigniew Strzalkowski, along with local officials, including the mayor Justino León Maza, in the area known as 'Pueblo Viejo'. The attackers left signs with communist symbols and slogans on the bodies. The following …
In August 1991, two Polish priests, Michael Tomaszek and Zbigniew Adan Strzalkowski, were murdered by members of the Communist Party of Peru (PCP-SL) in Pariacoto, Ancash. Shortly after, on August 25, 1991, Italian priest Alessandro Giusseppi Dordi Negroni was also killed by the same group near Chimbote. These events highlighted …
On July 19, 1991, a military commando conducted a covert operation at the home of university professor Francisco Solier García, resulting in the assassination of Solier, his wife, and his son. The operation employed firearms with silencers, a method characteristic of anti-subversive operations by the military. Testimonies suggest that Solier …
Luis Antonio Morales Ortega, a well-known journalist, was murdered on July 13, 1991, in Ayacucho, Peru. Five days later, on July 18, 1991, Celestina Huallanca Hinostroza, a witness to the murder, along with her family, was killed in their home. The murders are believed to be connected to her status …
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