Confrontation in Acobamba
Clash between alleged subversives and police in Acobamba that left more than 20 dead and 15 wounded, including 4 policemen. Most of the victims were innocent peasants.
On October 30, 1983, there was a confrontation between alleged subversives and police officers in Acobamba. The confrontation left more than 20 dead and 15 wounded, among them 4 policemen. According to testimonies, most of the victims were innocent peasants. This event occurred in the context of the entry of the Armed Forces into the area and the increase of violence in the provinces of Acobamba and Angaraes during 1983-1984.