Víctor Hugo Martínez Barragán was a peasant leader and member of the Nueva Esperanza Association, of which he was a legal representative. He was killed on 03/06/2018 in Cimitarra, Santander.
There are few details available about this case, and the life of Victor Hugo is likewise not particularly well-known. However, the courage that led him to risk his life in defence of his community had an undeniable impact on all who knew him – and many who did not.
Region:Americas
Country:Colombia
Department/Province/State:Santander
Sex1:Male
Date of Killing:06/03/2018
Previous Threats:No information
Type of Work:Lawyer
Organisation:Legal representative of La Nueva Esperanza, a peasant rights organisation | Representante legal de la Asociación Campesina Nueva Esperanza
Sector or Type of Rights the HRD Worked On:Civil and Political Rights, ESC Rights
Sector Detail:Land Rights
More information:Front Line Defenders
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