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Indigenous authorities in the Mapoyo Ancestral Territory say irregular armed groups have entered Los Pijiguaos in Bolívar state, creating a serious security crisis for local communities and mining workers. The Mapoyo people’s Jivi Ekunay community reported that one of its captains was kidnapped and attributed an attack to the FARC. The complaint highlights the risks that armed-group activity poses to residents and workers around a mining zone.
Armed incursions and a kidnapping in a mining area increase risks for workers, communities and extractive operations, while pointing to limited state control. The authorities’ response will test whether Venezuela can secure personnel and stabilize territories connected to Bolívar’s mining economy.
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Banking · Crónica Uno
Aug 10, 2026
Watch for an official security response, confirmation that the kidnapped captain has been released, and further reports from Mapoyo authorities or mining workers indicating whether armed groups remain active in Los Pijiguaos.