Antonio Hércules

journalist

Antonio Hércules was a Salvadoran journalist who was tragically murdered in Honduras while working for a local television station, A Todo Noticias. Despite being under state protection due to previous threats, he was attacked while driving his taxi in Copán. His work in journalism often placed him at odds with powerful criminal organizations and corrupt politicians, making him a target in a country known for its high levels of violence against the press. The circumstances surrounding his death highlight the ongoing dangers faced by journalists in Honduras, where impunity for crimes against media professionals is rampant.