Yesterday also, four decapitated heads where discovered in prominent places of the city. Messages where attached to the heads directed at the Ministry of the Interior and the prison system. The real intent of this gruesome display of violence can also be interpreted as a very clear statement of the dark forces that promote impunity in Guatemala, who felt empowered after Dr. Castresana resigned. The groups wanted to send an unequivocal message to the population, to the justice system and to the President of Guatemala.
Castresana said: "The problem is that in Guatemala, criminal organizations had never been confronted. CICIG is doing it, but so is the Prosecutor General's Office and the Judiciary. Let's say it: we are looking the monster in the face, we are holding its gaze, and it is reacting. The question is: Where were Guatemalans at the most critical moments of this Commission? We are not making the effort in the interest of the United Nations or the people that make up CICIG. We are working for Guatemalans, but if you [do not support our efforts] and do not take charge of your destiny, after a while nothing will be left."
See complete link if you want the rest of the story....
http://www.guatemala-times.com/news/guatemala/1670-shake-up-in-guatemala-after-un-commissioner-castresana-resigns.html
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I think it is very sad (to use a simple word, but understate the sentiment) that the effects of the war have really left a ripple effect. The people are still paralyzed by fear after all these years. I really want Guatemala to have the peace they have been ahnelando. I want the people and the government to be fearless and not let the scare tactics have effect on their lives
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