María Belén Bernal
María Belén Bernal was a young woman whose tragic death in September 2022 sparked national outrage in Ecuador, leading to significant discussions about gender-based violence and the justice system. She was murdered by Germán Cáceres, a police officer, inside a police academy, highlighting issues of femicide in the country and prompting calls for reform and accountability.
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María Belén Bernal was a victim of femicide committed by Germán Cáceres.
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