Pepe Julio Gutiérrez

Pepe Julio Gutiérrez is known for his role as a prominent activist and leader of the Frente de Defensa del Valle del Tambo, where he has been vocal in opposing the controversial Tía María mining project in Peru. He came into the spotlight recently due to his involvement in a scandal involving alleged extortion, where he was recorded demanding a significant sum described as 'lentejas' from representatives of the Southern company to end protests against the project.