Father Marcelo Perezis a priest original tsotsilwas born in San Andrés Larráinzar, Chiapas, in 1974.
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Ordained a priest in 2002, he is a prominent human rights defender and active peace activist in indigenous communities in Chiapas.
His work is characterized by a strong commitment to social causes, especially in areas affected by violence, such as Simojovel You Pantelho.
Marcelo Perez has mediated various conflicts regarding attendance extortion and is a critical voice against injustice. For example, he was involved in defending refugees in Chenalho You Chalchihuitan, and condemned the abuse of power by local leaders and criminal groups, which exposed him to threats and abuse.
In the 2021, accused of involvement in the disappearance 21 personas in the Pantelho, conflict related to fighting between local armed groups, even though their role is only as a mediator and peacemaker.
Although there are threats, however Father Marcelo He remained steadfast in his fight for peace. He is protected by international acts because of the risks he continually faces, and his work has been recognized by various organizations. human rights defender.
With his leadership, the Diocese San Christopher de las Casas has encouraged the development of pastoral peace in the face of increasing endemic violence Chiapas.
This morning Sunday 20 Octoberwas shot in his truck, as he was traveling along Jalan Las Peras, at the corner of Flanz Bloom Street, towards Guadalupe Church, when two men intercepted him on a scooter and shot at the vehicle.
Despite reports from neighbors about the attack, when authorities arrived at the scene, they found Marcelo without vital signs.
His death was regrettable, and the authorities mentioned that they would clarify the crime so that it would not go unpunished. Meanwhile,Seminary of the Council of San Cristobalshared news of the death of the victim, whom they will remember as a “pastor, brother and friend of the community.”
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