Benedicto Jiménez

Benedicto Jiménez is a retired colonel of the National Police of Peru (PNP) known for his role as a former member of the Special Intelligence Group (GEIN), which was instrumental in capturing the leader of the Shining Path terrorist group, Abimael Guzmán, in the early 1990s. Recently, he was awarded an exceptional promotion to the rank of general by President Dina Boluarte in recognition of his distinguished actions beyond the call of duty during critical events in Peru's fight against terrorism. However, his career has been marred by controversy, including accusations of connections to a criminal organization involved in the illicit appropriation of real estate, leading to a significant legal battle.