Frank Almanza Altamirano

Frank Almanza Altamirano is a prominent Peruvian prosecutor and the National Coordinator of the Specialized Prosecutor's Office for Environmental Matters (FEMA). He has been vocal about the alarming rise of illegal mining in Peru, highlighting its severe implications for organized crime and environmental degradation. Almanza has pointed out that illegal mining activities generate significant profits, often surpassing those of the drug trade, and contribute to a host of related criminal activities, including human trafficking and extortion. His work emphasizes the need for effective legal frameworks and a robust response from law enforcement to combat this complex issue, as illegal mining has increasingly become a focal point of organized crime in the country.