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.
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (CVR) undertook the exhumation of mass graves in regions affected by violence in Peru. The process began in Chuschi, Ayacucho, where the exhumation led to the identification and proper burial of victims. This effort aimed to provide closure to families who had long awaited the …
On April 25, 2001, the Deputy Mayor of Capaya reported the discovery of mass graves containing human remains to the Ombudsman's Office in Cusco. On May 1, 2001, representatives from the Ombudsman's Office and forensic experts confirmed the existence of five potential mass graves and additional sites with human remains. …
In October 2002, a delegation from the Truth Commission, along with representatives from the Ombudsman's Office, the Human Rights Commission (COMISEDH), and the Association for Human Rights (APRODEH), visited Capaya to investigate reports of mass graves. They confirmed the presence of human remains in a site known as Capaya Fosa …
On November 2, 1993, Revista Sí reported the discovery of mass graves in Huachipa, where the bodies of students and a professor were initially buried on July 18. The bodies were later exhumed and reburied in Cieneguilla. Subsequent investigations by the authorities confirmed the presence of human remains and personal …
In October 1990, mass graves were discovered in Chilcahuaico, Ayacucho, and Chumbivilcas, Cusco, containing 17 and 18 bodies respectively. These findings prompted the creation of a congressional investigation commission. The graves were indicative of ongoing human rights violations during the early months of President Alberto Fujimori's administration.
On August 23, 1984, 49 bodies were discovered in mass graves in Pucayacu, Huancavelica. These individuals were reportedly detained by the naval base in Huanta. The discovery highlighted the severe human rights violations occurring during this period of conflict in Peru.
In August 1984, a series of human rights violations were reported in Peru, including the murder of evangelists in Callqui-Nisperocniyoc, the disappearance of journalist Jaime Ayala, and the discovery of mass graves in Pucayacu. Despite these reports, the Peruvian government did not significantly alter its counterinsurgency strategy. The military leadership …
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