Byron Lima
Byron Lima was a Guatemalan army captain known for his prominent role in the fight against organized crime. He gained notoriety for his leadership in operations against various criminal groups but was also a polarizing figure due to allegations of human rights abuses. His murder in 2016 inside a prison, where he was serving time for corruption, shocked the nation and raised questions about the safety and integrity of the prison system in Guatemala.
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Guatemala:
Byron Lima was convicted for the murder of Bishop Gerardi and later killed in prison.
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Guatemala:
Byron Lima was convicted in the case of Bishop Gerardi's murder and was killed in a direct attack in 2016.
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Guatemala:
Byron Lima was the captain whose murder was allegedly committed by Maher Moisés Montenegro Cardona.
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Guatemala:
Byron Lima was killed by Maher Moisés Montenegro Cardona, who was awaiting trial for the murder.
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Guatemala:
Byron Lima was a captain whose death was allegedly linked to Maher Moisés Montenegro Cardona.
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