Murder of Professor Julio Sanchez
Professor Julio Sanchez was assassinated in Shapaja by the MRTA in 1988, an event that led to the creation of the first peasant patrol in San Martin. In 1990, the MRTA publicly acknowledged that it was a mistake and apologized.
Professor Julio Sánchez was assassinated in Shapaja by MRTA elements in 1988. This assassination led to the creation of the first peasant patrol in the department of San Martin. In 1990, the MRTA, under Ricardo's command, entered a village with an armed column and made demands that the people refused to comply with. Ricardo apologized for the assassination of Professor Julio Sanchez, assuming it was a mistake, acknowledged the formation of the rondas and withdrew. This event was a turning point that led to community defense organization in the region.