Greco Quiroz Díaz

Greco Quiroz Díaz is a prominent political figure in Peru, known for his role as the former president of the Commission of Energy and Mines in the La Libertad region. He has been vocal about the escalating violence and crime related to illegal mining in areas like Pataz, where organized crime has severely impacted local communities. Quiroz has provided critical insights into the connections between the rise in gold prices during the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent influx of informal miners, which led to territorial disputes and violent confrontations. His observations highlight the need for effective governance and security measures in response to the growing power of criminal organizations in the region.