Second Massacre in Pataz: Chats Expose "Cuchillo's" Brutal Crimes

A second massacre in Pataz, Peru, has been uncovered in a shocking report by América Noticias. The investigation focuses on the alleged criminal, known only as "Cuchillo," and his former lawyer, Liliana Pizán. Their online chats revealed a previously unknown incident of violence. A survivor's statement paints a grim picture of the events: "Nos tiran al piso y nos golpearon... Luego nos amarraron con sogas de pies y manos... Después nos taparon la cabeza con una chompa y nos seguían golpeando y dando patadas..." (They threw us to the ground and beat us... Then they tied us up with ropes, hands and feet... Then they covered our heads with a sweatshirt and kept beating and kicking us...). The bodies of three men were later found in the Marañón River. The report underscores the ongoing violence in the region, highlighting the conflict over gold resources. The arrest of "Cuchillo" marks a significant step in the investigation. This case serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced in the region and the need for increased security measures.