Piedras Negras

For those that met Father Pepe, this news will be a bit of a shocker. As you may know, he was moved from Acuña to nearby Piedras Negras several years ago. We’ve helped him and the people of Piedras, although our main focus has been in Acuña.

In May of 2011, one of his workers from a shelter was abducted. A bag was placed over his head and he was taken to an unknown location. His abductors told him that until the people in charge of the shelter began paying (for protection) employees would be taken. The abductor placed a revolver to the victim’s head and plaid Russian roulette. The hammer of the pistol fell on an empty chamber and the victim was released.

Since that time, more threats and other actions followed. Father Pepe received so many death threats that the bishop moved him to an undisclosed location.
The shelters continue to operate and we will increase our presence and support in Piedras Negras.