Ref. : RIVA-PYMARZIN-CRAC-044192

Title : Honest heroes make up an indigenous police force

Caption : 14-06-2012. Guerrero, Mexico.
In front of the inhabitants of the community of Progreso Gavilan, regional coordinator Don Daniel explains the reasons for releasing prisoners who have just spent several months in re-education. Suspected of links with drugs traffickers, their innocence was proved following an inquiry. The meeting and discussions go on all afternoon. All inhabitants have the right to speak and give their point of view.

© Pierre-Yves MARZIN/RIVA PRESS

Photographer : Pierre-Yves Marzin

Date created : 14-06-2012

City : Progreso Gavilan

Region : Guerrero

Country : Mexico

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