The National Society of Mining, Oil and Energy (SNMPE) of Peru firmly condemned the cruel murder of 13 workers from the Poderosa gold mine, located in the northern province of Pataz. According to the SNMPE, this tragic event was perpetrated by illegal mining networks, which have unleashed a wave of terror in the area.
The mining union of Peru spoke out about this unfortunate incident, describing it as an atrocious act that has shocked the country's mining community. According to the SNMPE, urgent measures must be taken to stop the violence generated by these illegal mining networks, which put the lives of workers in formal mining at risk.
In the words of the SNMPE: "This cruel murder of 13 workers at the Poderosa gold mine is an unacceptable act that cannot go unpunished. We demand a thorough investigation by the authorities to bring those responsible to justice and ensure the safety of mining workers in Peru."
The National Society of Mining, Oil and Energy reiterated its commitment to respecting the life and safety of workers in the mining sector in the country, calling for unity to combat illegal mining and its devastating consequences.
