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.
Samuel Dyer, an entrepreneur, was detained by Colonel PNP Domínguez Solís and taken to the Comandancia General del Ejército in San Borja, known as 'Pentagonito'. He was handed over without formal documentation and later subjected to mistreatment by soldiers. His detention was publicized by the media, leading to false reports …
During the 1998 municipal elections in Peru, a series of irregularities were reported, including the use of military forces under the guise of counter-subversion. The state apparatus, heavily reliant on military presence in emergency zones, was used to bolster the government's electoral presence. Observations by electoral monitoring organizations, including a …
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 24, 1993, the Fiscal de la Nación, Blanca Nélida Colán Maguiño, appointed Enrique Miranda Palma as Fiscal Ad Hoc to investigate the disappearances and executions of students and faculty from the Universidad Nacional del Centro. Despite the appointment, there is no record of any legal proceedings against military …
The 'Ninja Case' involved the murder of eight drug traffickers in Balsayacu, San Martin, on October 28, 1992. The perpetrators, including Captain José Penas Sandoval and Lieutenant Werner Huamaní Tipismana, committed the crime to steal 300 kilos of drugs. This event highlights the intersection of military personnel and drug trafficking …
In November 1991, the Peruvian government promulgated 79 legislative decrees, primarily focused on national security. Among these, Decree 699 and its complement, Decree 700, were particularly controversial as they pertained to the educational system. These decrees allowed the military to play a significant role in educational matters in emergency zones, …
The assassination of a journalist in Ayacucho was meticulously planned and executed with alleged support from high-ranking military officials. Surveillance on the journalist began on May 14, 1991, and the operation was carried out by a team of four individuals. The mission was to eliminate the journalist by July 13, …
In May 1991, Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori signed a framework agreement with the United States, allowing the Peruvian Armed Forces to participate in anti-narcotics operations. This agreement expanded the military's role in controlling coca-growing and drug trafficking areas, such as Alto Huallaga, despite constitutional restrictions. The police, weakened by years …
In May 1991, Alberto Fujimori signed a framework agreement with the United States, effectively allowing the Peruvian Armed Forces to participate in anti-narcotics operations. This decision came amidst widespread corruption within the police force and ongoing struggles against terrorism and drug trafficking. The agreement marked a significant shift in Peru's …
In 1991, Campanilla became a significant hub for drug trafficking in Peru, with Demetrio Chávez Peñaherrera, known as 'Vaticano', leading operations. Despite attempts by the PCP-SL to control the area, 'Vaticano' established his own militia with the support of the military, challenging the PCP-SL's dominance in the drug trade. The …
In 1991, a series of extrajudicial killings were carried out by a special group of the Peruvian Army in Ayacucho. The killings were initially attributed to subversive elements, but intelligence reports later revealed the involvement of military personnel. Notable victims included the former mayor of Humanga, Leonor Zamora Concha, and …
On October 24, 1990, six individuals were forcibly taken from their homes in Huancavelica, Peru, by members of the Peruvian Army and civilians. Their bodies were later found near the Municipal Pool of Huancavelica, bound and shot. Witnesses and family members identified the perpetrators as members of the state's security …
Angel Escobar Jurado was sought by five unknown individuals who claimed to have a letter of authority from Huancayo. Despite being questioned about his whereabouts, the individuals were unable to locate him initially. The incident occurred during a state of emergency in Huancavelica, where the Peruvian Army had significant control, …
In 1990, the Peruvian Armed Forces began to take control of the National Police of Peru, marking a significant shift in the country's approach to combating narcotics. This move was part of a broader strategy to integrate military efforts into domestic security operations, which included the transfer of intelligence and …
In early January 1990, a group of Asháninka people, estimated to be between 2000 and 2500, took control of Puerto Bermúdez, Peru. They were armed with bows, arrows, and some hunting rifles, and established strict control over the population, suspecting them of collaborating with the MRTA subversives. This led to …
Journalist Hugo Bustíos was assassinated in 1988 near Quinrapata, Huanta, Peru. The attack was carried out by individuals dressed in civilian clothes, and witnesses later identified military personnel from the Base of Castropampa as the perpetrators. Despite evidence and witness testimonies, the investigation faced significant delays due to lack of …
On July 27, 1987, two men were assassinated using dynamite at Km. 53 of the Panamericana Sur Highway in San Bartolo, Peru. The victims were reportedly affiliated with the PCP-SL and were students at the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú. The explosive used, C-4, was identified as being exclusively used …
In July 1984, following an increase in terrorist actions, the Peruvian government, led by President Fernando Belaunde Terry, engaged in discussions with military leaders to address the situation. The government decided to extend the state of emergency for thirty days, which included the suspension of constitutional guarantees. Despite concerns about …
In January 1983, the creation of the Comando Político-Militar in the provinces of Tayacaja and Churcampa led to a significant increase in violence and deaths, particularly among the peasants. This period marked one of the most intense phases of violence in the region, with a notable concentration of deaths occurring …
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