Brazilian bishops decry murder of indigenous person
September 17, 2015
A group of Brazilian bishops, led by Archbishop Dimas Lara Barbosa of Campo Grande, lamented the recent killing of Semiao Vilhalva, a 24-year-old member of the indigenous Guarani-Kaiowá people.
The Guarani-Kaiowá are embroiled in a land dispute with area farmers.
“How many people have to die before reaching the conclusion that we need to do something concrete for peace, respect for human rights and justice for all?” the bishops of Brazil’s Central-West Region asked, according to a Fides report.
“The indigenous movement and its allies will continue to monitor the progress of the process, hoping that justice arrives on time and in an exemplary way to punish the perpetrators of the barbaric crime,” the bishops added.
For all current news, visit our News home page.
Further information:
- "How many people have to die before they have justice?", since 1983 at least 50 indigenous leaders have been killed (Fides)
- Brazil's Guarani-Kaiowa tribe allege genocide over land disputes (BBC)
All comments are moderated. To lighten our editing burden, only current donors are allowed to Sound Off. If you are a current donor, log in to see the comment form; otherwise please support our work, and Sound Off!
