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 2002, local authorities in Ayacucho, Peru, faced a crisis as many resigned due to threats and fear of violence. This left communities without leadership, resulting in insecurity, confusion, and social isolation. The absence of authority was particularly felt in the aftermath of the violence associated with the Sendero Luminoso …
In 2002, violence persisted in approximately eighteen districts, affecting the regions of Junín, Huánuco, and San Martín in Peru. The ongoing incursions and resulting deaths have created a climate of insecurity, with the local population divided on the presence of military forces. The situation highlights the need for a revised …
In 2002, testimonies from various regions in Peru, including Tingo María and Lima, highlighted the ongoing fear and insecurity among communities due to the remnants of the Sendero Luminoso (Shining Path) insurgency. Despite the official end of the conflict, many locals, including indigenous groups like the Asháninkas, continued to face …
In 1992, amidst rising crime and insecurity, the community of Huaycán formed a self-defense group led by Pascuala Rosado. On July 15, 1992, over 300 men and women took an oath to protect their community through mixed patrols. Despite these efforts, violence and fear persisted, with several leaders being assassinated, …
In 1988, a violent collective known as the 'Comando Rodrigo Franco' emerged in Peru, with an unclear political affiliation. The group was suspected to be linked to certain sectors of the ruling party or security forces, as its initial actions included assassinations of individuals connected to the PCP-SL and attacks …
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