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• Jan. 1, 2002

  Detenciones Arbitrarias en Perú

  In 2002, several testimonies collected by Peru's Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) document the experiences of people who were arbitrarily detained during the country's internal conflict. The testimonies reflect the communities' persistent fear of being re-victimized by unjust detentions, especially in the face of the re-emergence of suspect groups. Affected …

  Huánuco, Junín, Lima, Perú CVR BDI-SM-P372, BDI-II-P971. Testimonio 100146. Lima, diciembre del 2002.

  #cvr #Peru #derechos humanos #conflicto interno #detenciones arbitrarias
• Jan. 1, 1998

  Formulation of the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement

  In 1998, as a result of a process of dialogue and study in various international fora, the 'Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement' were formulated. These principles were adopted to address the needs of people internally displaced due to violence, without including other unrelated disasters. The document seeks to protect the …

  Internacional página 629

  #derechos humanos #1998 #desplazamiento interno #principios rectores #onu
• Jan. 1, 1997

  Extrajudicial executions at the Japanese ambassador's residence

  In 1997, extrajudicial executions were carried out at the residence of the Japanese ambassador. This event was part of a series of human rights violations documented in the report. The executions occurred during a hostage rescue operation, which generated international controversy and criticism.

  Residencia del embajador de Japón

  #ejecuciones extrajudiciales #derechos humanos #1997 #rescate de rehenes #japón
• Jan. 1, 1994

  Promulgación del Decreto Ley 25744 en Perú

  Decree Law 25744, enacted in Peru, established an unconstitutional extension of the police detention period for the crimes of terrorism and treason. This law allowed the Peruvian National Police to preventively detain suspects for more than fifteen days, with the possibility of extending the term, which was criticized for violating …

  Perú

  #terrorismo #Peru #derechos humanos #Decreto Ley 25744 #detención policial #traición a la patria #Informe Goldman
• Jan. 1, 1993

  Detención y tortura en el distrito del Agustino, Lima

  In 1993, an individual was detained in the Agustino district of Lima by DINCOTE. During his detention, he was subjected to torture, including being placed on a metal bed with electricity cables and sprayed with water. This event is part of a broader pattern of torture allegations in Peru during …

  Distrito del Agustino, Lima, Perú

  #1993 #Peru #derechos humanos #torturas #dincote
• Jan. 1, 1993

  Detention and torture of university students in Peru

  During the internal conflict in Peru, university students were detained and tortured on suspicion of terrorism. National universities, especially the Universidad Nacional de Educación Enrique y Valle (La Cantuta) and others, were targeted. In 1993, one witness reported the detention of an individual in Piura, who was accused of terrorism …

  Perú, incluyendo La Cantuta, San Marcos, Callao, Huancayo, Ayacucho, y Piura Chunk 3106.0

  #terrorismo #Peru #derechos humanos #universidades #estudiantes #detenciones #torturas
• Jan. 1, 1992

  Disappearances and murders of UNCP students

  In 1992, around 20 students from the National University of Central Peru (UNCP) disappeared within six months. Investigations suggest that a clandestine anti-subversive movement may have been behind the kidnappings and murders, with 14 of the students found dead. The authorities have not yet identified those responsible, and the hypothesis …

  Huancayo, Perú Diario Correo, Huancayo 9 de setiembre de 1992 y 5 de octubre de 1992

  #asesinatos #huancayo #desapariciones #derechos humanos #1992 #antisubversivo #estudiantes #uncp
• Jan. 1, 1992

  Detención Ilegal de Samuel Dyer Ampudia

  In 1992, businessman Samuel Dyer Ampudia was illegally detained by members of the National Police and the Army Intelligence Service in Peru. This arrest took place in the context of a hardening of State actions against subversive organizations following the breakdown of constitutional order by President Alberto Fujimori. The new …

  Perú chunk 4280.0

  #detencion_ilegal #Peru #derechos humanos #Alberto Fujimori #1992 #Samuel Dyer Ampudia #legislación antiterrorista
• Jan. 1, 1989

  Incursión Senderista en Allarpo

  In 1989, in the community of Allarpo, a group of 50 hikers conducted a raid. During this raid, they accused the husband of a declarant of not complying with the tasks given to him by the group. He was brutally beaten and tortured, and finally killed by the Shining Path …

  Comunidad de Allarpo, distrito de Secclla, provincia de Angaraes, departamento de Ayacucho, Perú Chunk 3027.0

  #derechos humanos #1989 #violencia política #ayacucho #pcp-sl #torturas #sendero luminoso
• Jan. 1, 1988

  Testimonios de Violaciones de Derechos Humanos en Perú

  The testimony describes abuses committed by the army against Ashaninka women in the Peruvian jungle, including cases of sexual abuse that resulted in abortions. It also describes the poor prison conditions for pregnant women, highlighting the lack of adequate medical assistance during childbirth, which put the lives of the women …

  Distrito de Lima, Provincia de Lima, Departamento de Lima, Perú Página 369, Referencias notas al pie 515-516

  #abusos_sexuales #Peru #derechos humanos #mujeres #ejército #condiciones carcelarias #salud materna
• Jan. 1, 1988

  Detenciones y Desapariciones Forzadas en Apurímac

  In January 1988, several individuals, including Armando Huamantingo Villanueva and members of the Niño de Guzmán family, were arbitrarily detained by the military in Apurímac, Peru. The detentions were followed by torture and forced disappearances, with some bodies later found in mass graves. Military authorities issued false communiqués about clashes …

  Apurímac, Perú Chunk 3938.0

  #1988 #Peru #derechos humanos #desapariciones forzadas #detenciones arbitrarias #torturas
• Jan. 1, 1987

  Disappearance of Jaime Boris Ayala Sulca

  In 1987, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights issued a resolution on the disappearance of journalist Jaime Boris Ayala Sulca, recommending that the Peruvian government complete judicial investigations and punish those responsible. The IACHR considered that the facts constituted serious human rights violations. The case was included in the IACHR's …

  Perú

  #1987 #Peru #derechos humanos #desapariciones forzadas #CIDH #Jaime Boris Ayala Sulca
• Jan. 1, 1986

  Disappearances and Arbitrary Executions in the Cangallo Barracks

  In 1986, in the Cangallo Barracks, there were disappearances and arbitrary executions of people suspected of narcoterrorism. One incident involved a captain nicknamed 'Boa', who during an interrogation caused the death of a woman and a man. The bodies were dismembered and carried away in sacks by a patrol, while …

  Cuartel de Cangallo, Putiqui

  #ejecuciones extrajudiciales #derechos humanos #desapariciones forzadas #narcoterrorismo #Cuartel de Cangallo
• Jan. 1, 1985

  Accomarca Massacre

  The Accomarca massacre was a tragic event that occurred in Peru during the internal conflict between law enforcement and the Shining Path. In this context of violence, more than 15 secular Christian organizations issued a communiqué entitled 'El quinto no matar', condemning the killings and advocating for peace and justice. …

  Accomarca, Perú

  #Peru #derechos humanos #violencia #1985 #accomarca #sendero luminoso
• Jan. 1, 1985

  Contienda de Competencia por la Muerte de Seis Personas en Callqui y Nisperosniyocc

  In 1985, criminal proceedings were opened against Lieutenant Commander AP Alvaro Artaza Adrianzén and Jesús Vilca Huincho for the death of six people in the communities of Callqui and Nisperosniyocc. The case generated a dispute between military and civilian jurisdiction, with pressure from military authorities to resolve it in favor …

  Huamanga, Ayacucho, Perú Expediente N° 13-85

  #derechos humanos #1985 #contienda de competencia #fuero militar #ayacucho #huamanga
• July 1, 1984

  Collective murder in Pucayacu, Ayna

  In July 1984, a mass murder took place in Pucayacu, Ayna, where nearly 80 people were killed by members of the Peruvian Army. This event is part of a series of human rights violations that occurred during the internal conflict in Peru, where both law enforcement and insurgent groups committed …

  Pucayacu, Ayna Cronología Zona III: el valle del río Apurímac, p. 101

  #Peru #derechos humanos #conflicto interno #asesinato colectivo #ayna #pucayacu #ejército peruano
• Jan. 1, 1983

  Ataque de los Comuneros en Canchacancha

  In 1983, the community members of Canchacancha took action against the Shining Path-PCP Shining Path guerrillas who had attacked their community. In the confrontation, the community members managed to capture several subversives, although they lost community member Albino Tacuri Condori. Those captured were handed over to the police, but their …

  Canchacancha, cerca de Cuchoquesera, Condorbamba, Perú Página 37

  #1983 #Peru #derechos humanos #comuneros #canchacancha #enfrentamientos #sendero luminoso
• Jan. 1, 1983

  Detención y tortura en la base de Cangallo

  In 1983, a woman was arrested by military personnel and taken to the Cangallo base in Ayacucho, Peru. During her detention, she was subjected to torture and held incommunicado for nineteen days. The conditions of detention were inhumane, with cramped quarters, lack of natural light and ventilation, and no access …

  Cangallo, departamento de Ayacucho, Perú CVR. Testimonio 201476. Provincia y departamento de Ayacucho. 1983.

  #Peru #derechos humanos #incomunicación #ayacucho #detenciones #torturas
• Jan. 1, 1983

  Detención y desaparición forzada en Ayacucho

  In 1983, an individual was arrested in Canaria and transferred to Ayacucho, where he was held in PIP facilities and subjected to torture. Despite his family's attempts to stop the transfer and ask for his release, the authorities did not heed their requests. This case is part of a broader …

  Ayacucho, Perú Audiencias Públicas de Casos en Tingo María (agosto 2002); Testimonio 100168

  #cvr #derechos humanos #desapariciones forzadas #ayacucho #torturas
• Jan. 1, 1983

  Impunidad de Violaciones Sexuales por Fuerzas Armadas en Perú

  In 1983, rape committed by members of the Peruvian Armed and Police Forces was common. Perpetrators adopted nom de guerre and hid their ranks to avoid being identified, contributing to a culture of impunity. Military authorities protected the perpetrators, and victims faced difficulties in reporting due to fear and shame.

  Perú página 517-518

  #impunidad #1983 #Peru #derechos humanos #fuerzas armadas #violaciones sexuales
• Jan. 1, 1983

  Detención y asesinato en Cangallo

  In 1983, in the town of Cangallo, Ayacucho, the military detained 13 people during an assembly in the town square, accusing them of collaborating with Shining Path members. One of the detainees was later found dead with signs of torture. Despite the family's attempts to denounce the incident, the authorities …

  Cangallo, Ayacucho, Perú CVR. Testimonio 200303, Cangallo, 1983

  #1983 #derechos humanos #desapariciones forzadas #violencia militar #ayacucho #cangallo
• Jan. 1, 1982

  Pseudo Juzgamientos 'Juicios Populares' por el PCP-Sendero Luminoso

  In 1982, in the province of Andahuaylas, members of the PCP-Sendero Luminoso carried out a 'popular trial' as part of an armed raid. During this event, the Shining Path members apprehended the lieutenant governor, stripped him naked, knelt him down, and beat him repeatedly with the flat of a machete. …

  Provincia de Andahuaylas, departamento de Apurímac, Perú Página 203

  #Peru #derechos humanos #1982 #PCP-Sendero Luminoso #juicios populares #torturas
• Jan. 1, 1965

  Guerrilla del 1965 y sus Consecuencias en la Educación y Derechos Humanos

  After the 1965 guerrilla war, there was a significant change in access to education for community members, facilitated by the destruction of the hacienda system. Prior to this event, hacienda owners did not favor the education of their workers' children, which perpetuated ignorance between generations. The event also highlights the …

  Oreja de Perro, Chungui, Perú CVR BDI-I-P643

  #abusos #Peru #derechos humanos #guerrillas #1965 #educación #haciendas #chungui

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