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Violaciones de derechos humanos en El Salvador podrían constituir delitos de lesa humanidad, dice Amnistía Internacional
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 16, 2026
· 4 min read
Por CNN en Español
Las detenciones arbitrarias, la falta de un debido proceso, los tratos inhumanos al interior de las cárceles o las muertes en los centros penales son resultado del régimen de excepción y “podrían” constituir delitos de lesa humanidad, según un informe de Amnistía Internaciona...
Key takeaway Durante ese tiempo, AI realizó 109 entrevistas con víctimas, familiares, abogados, especialistas e incluso exmiembros de la Policía Nacional Civil, revisó expedientes y fallos judiciales.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The findings of Amnistía Internacional's report have significant implications for the El Paso community, given the city's strong ties to El Salvador through migration and family connections. Many El Paso residents have family members who have been affected by the regime of exception in El Salvador, and the report's documentation of human rights violations and potential crimes against humanity may resonate deeply with them. The report's emphasis on the importance of due process and the rule of law also echoes concerns about immigration and detention policies in the United States, particularly in the El Paso area, where immigration enforcement is a major issue. As the city's residents and leaders consider the report's findings, they may also reflect on the need for accountability and transparency in their own community's institutions, including law enforcement and the criminal justice system.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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Las detenciones arbitrarias, la falta de un debido proceso, los tratos inhumanos al interior de las cárceles o las muertes en los centros penales son resultado del régimen de excepción y “podrían” constituir delitos de lesa humanidad, según un informe de Amnistía Internaciona...
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