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 2001, Heriberto Benitez Rivas, President of the Human Rights Commission of the Congress, called for an investigation into a mass grave in Putis, Ayacucho. This followed a report in Diario La República alleging the existence of a grave containing the remains of a hundred villagers. The investigation targeted …
The forensic investigation led by Clyde Collins Snow and José Pablo Baraybar examined the remains attributed to the Movimiento Revolucionario Tupac Amaru. The findings suggested that some individuals were killed while defenseless, with specific cases indicating that victims were immobilized before being shot. The investigation highlighted the execution-style killings, with …
In December 2000, the Peruvian government took the initial steps to establish a Truth Commission to investigate the violence and human rights violations that occurred between 1980 and 2000. A supreme resolution published in El Peruano outlined the formation of a group tasked with preparing proposals for the commission within …
On August 20, 1998, Nicolás Hermoza Ríos was removed from his position as Commander General of the Army in Peru. His removal was notably discreet despite his significant influence and role in the government since the coup d'état on April 5, 1992. Following his removal, an investigation was ordered into …
On April 15, 1997, Fernando Olivera proposed that the Peruvian Congress establish a commission to investigate allegations made by ex-SIN agent Mesmer Carles Talledo regarding the Colina Group and its connections to the National Intelligence Service. Despite the serious nature of the accusations, the majority in Congress dismissed the motion, …
On October 18, 1995, a proposal was made in the Peruvian Congress to form an investigative commission to examine the military's involvement in the Cantuta Massacre, where a professor and nine students were killed. Despite evidence presented by Major Santiago Martín Rivas linking military personnel to the crime, the motion …
On 12 June 1995, the Provincial Prosecutor of Huaraz, Dr. Hugo Morales Morales, ordered the definitive archiving of the investigation into the disappearance of Pedro Eduardo Haro Cruz and Cesar Augusto Mautino Camones. The decision was based on inconsistencies in witness statements and a report indicating that the individuals were …
On April 7, 1995, the 41st Provincial Criminal Prosecutor's Office of Lima formally charged several military agents, including General Julio Salazar Monroe, for their alleged involvement in the Barrios Altos massacre. The charges were based on media investigations and reasonable evidence of their participation in the murder and injury of …
On April 2, 1993, Congressman Henry Pease García informed the Peruvian Congress about a document from a military organization, COMACA, which alleged that a professor and nine students from 'La Cantuta' were murdered by an army command with the knowledge of high-ranking military officials. This led to the creation of …
The investigation into the death of Huilca Tecse was conducted by the police and submitted to the Military Court. The autopsy report indicated that Huilca Tecse died from multiple gunshot wounds to the head, neck, and chest. The incident involved several individuals, including Margot Cecilia Domínguez Berrospi and Hernán, who …
In 1993, the Peruvian Congress approved the creation of a Special Investigation Commission for the 'La Cantuta' case, involving the disappearance and murder of university students and a professor. The investigation sought to interview high-ranking military officials and presidential advisor Vladimiro Montesinos. Despite initial resistance and legal maneuvering by military …
On 27 June 1992, reports of arbitrary detentions and human rights violations emerged in the district of San Ignacio, Peru. The Congress Constituent Democratic (CCD) tasked its Human Rights and Pacification Commission to investigate these allegations. The investigation concluded that the detentions were unjust and that there was a lack …
On May 11, 1992, a forensic investigation was conducted in the male and female pavilions of a prison in Lima, Peru, following a violent incident. The investigation revealed significant material damage from firearms and explosions, and uncovered a mass grave containing five bodies, along with a sixth body found elsewhere. …
The Barrios Altos massacre involved the killing of several individuals in a district of Lima, Peru, and was linked to anti-terrorism operations by state forces. Following the massacre, a commission was formed by the Senate to investigate the incident. However, the investigation was halted when President Alberto Fujimori dissolved the …
A massacre occurred in Peru, where 130 bullet casings were found at the scene. The investigation revealed that the perpetrators used weapons with silencers, which made the gunshots sound muffled. Several individuals were killed, and others were injured, with survivors providing testimony in the ongoing judicial process.
In July 1991, following a military incursion in the community of Santa Bárbara, Huancavelica, Peru, local leaders filed complaints with the authorities about alleged human rights violations. Investigations were conducted, including the exhumation of remains in the 'Misteriosa' mine, where human remains were found. Despite initial police reports suggesting no …
On March 26, 1991, a delegation led by Provincial Prosecutor Guillermo García Zamora attempted to investigate the situation of detainees at the Pampa Cangallo Military Base. Despite identifying themselves, the delegation faced intimidation, including explosive detonations, and was denied access to the base. This obstruction led to a Senate investigation, …
In April 1990, a series of human rights violations occurred in Chumbivilcas, Peru, involving military personnel. Several individuals were injured, and three women were reportedly raped while detained by the military. The events were reported to local and national authorities, and investigations were initiated to identify the perpetrators, who were …
On March 1, 1990, the Fiscalía Provincial de Huancavelica initiated a preliminary investigation into the disappearance of Angel Escobar Jurado, following requests from various human rights organizations and family members. Despite extensive inquiries and visits to police and military facilities, no information was found regarding his whereabouts. The investigation continued …
On 31 August 1989, the Senate responded to Senator César Rojas Huaroto's request to investigate human rights violations in Huancavelica, Peru. The investigation focused on threats to the Colegio de Abogados and the disappearance of several individuals, including a student, five teachers, and 17 campesinos from Julcamarca. The Commission found …
The investigation into the Cayara massacre, where communeros were killed and disappeared, was led by Dr. Carlos Escobar Pineda under the direction of Dr. Manuel Catacora Gonzáles. Despite evidence suggesting the involvement of General José Valdivia Dueñas, the investigation faced significant challenges, including the death of witnesses and threats to …
On December 4, 1986, the Peruvian Armed Forces issued a statement confirming the death of Bellido Huaytalla and the detention and subsequent killing of seven alleged subversives in Parcco Alto. The statement also acknowledged the incineration of 12 bodies. A military court later opened investigations into the incident, charging several …
In October 1986, the Peruvian Army engaged in violent confrontations with alleged subversives in Pomatambo and Parcco Alto, resulting in the deaths of 13 individuals. Subsequent investigations revealed evidence of human rights violations, including the mutilation and incineration of bodies. Despite initial military denials, a Senate investigation acknowledged the violations, …
In July 1986, Aida Lucía Mendoza Mateo was investigated in connection with a crime scene involving firearms and explosives. Evidence collected included a revolver and a pistol, as well as blood samples matching the victim's blood type. Subversive manuscripts and explosive substances were found in her possession, and she was …
In June 1986, a massacre occurred in Peruvian prisons, prompting the bishops of Peru to speak out against violence from all sides. They emphasized the need for objective investigation and adherence to human rights, rejecting violence as a means to achieve change. The bishops called for a future where solutions …
In September 1985, reports emerged of clandestine graves linked to massacres carried out by military patrols in Pucayacu and Accomarca, resulting in 7 and 69 deaths, respectively. The Peruvian government launched an investigation, leading to the resignation of military leaders and marking a shift from previous governmental responses. This swift …
On August 29, 1985, an exhumation was conducted in Huanta, Peru, following a report by family members of the victims. The exhumation revealed a mass grave containing the bodies of five men and two women. Bullet casings were found at the site, indicating that the victims had been shot.
On August 14, 1985, the Peruvian Army launched 'Operation Huancayoc' in response to a series of insurgent attacks. The operation led to the massacre of sixty-nine villagers in Accomarca, Ayacucho. The incident prompted a congressional investigation, highlighting the challenges of parliamentary oversight in military human rights violations.
In August 1985, President Alan García of Peru initiated an investigation into the Accomarca massacre, where the military was accused of killing civilians. This decision led to the dismissal of high-ranking military officials who failed to account for the events. The investigation was part of García's broader strategy to address …
In early 1983, the investigation into the murder of journalists in Uchuraccay, Ayacucho, faced significant challenges due to initial procedural irregularities. The case involved the identification and accusation of several local villagers, who were suspected of killing the journalists after mistaking them for members of the PCP-SL. The investigation expanded …
On March 5, 1982, a commission was created to investigate the deaths of Wensjoe, Alcántara, and Urbay, which allegedly did not occur during a police operation. The investigation revealed that several police officers were involved in the violent incidents at the hospital, leading to the deaths of Wensjoe and Urbay. …
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