patterns of collective action and of all those who, in different ways, took part in the said
violations, as well as their corresponding responsibilities.127
129.
The Commission therefore takes into account that the pain and sufferinf of the relatives of
the three victims who where extrajudicially executed, have also been increased by the lack of response to the
actions they have taken to find justice, particularly, in a context in which there were also reports of threats
and harassment against them by said actions and the impulse they have given to the process. In these
circumstances, the fear of reprisals, for their lives and personal integrity, has also aggravated the feelings of
anguish they have suffered over the years.
130.
Pursuant to the foregoing, the Commission considers that the loss of a loved one under
circumstances like those described in this report, in addition to the absence of truth and justice, caused
Robert Ignacio Díaz Loreto, David Octavio Díaz Loreto y Octavio Ignacio Díaz Álvarez’s family suffering and
anguish in violation of their right to psychological and moral integrity set forth in Article 5(1) of the American
Convention in connection with the obligations provided for in Article 1(1) thereof.
VI.
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
131.
Pursuant to the findings of fact and law laid out above, the Inter-American Commission
concludes that the Venezuelan State is responsible for the violation of the rights established in Articles 4.1,
5.1, 7.1, 8.1 and 25.1 of the American Convention in connection with the obligations set forth in Article 1.1 of
said instrument, to the detriment of the members of the Díaz Loreto family who are named throughout the
instant report.
132.
Based on the foregoing conclusions,
THE INTER-AMERICAN COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS, RECOMMENDS THE STATE
OF VENEZUELA,
1.
To provide full reparation for the human rights violations declared in the instant report both
in the material and the moral aspect. The State shall adopt measures of economic compensation and
satisfaction for the moral damages; as well as rehabilitation for any family members who may so wish.
2.
To continue with the criminal investigation diligently, effectively and within a reasonable
period of time in order to thoroughly elucidate the facts, identify all potential liability and impose the
appropriate punishments for the human rights violations declared in the instant report. In compliance with
this recommendation, the Venezuelan State must incorporate into the investigation the relevant elements of
context as described in the instant report. Likewise, the State must investigate the other incidents alleged by
the family members of the deceased victims and the potential interconnection of them to the victims.
3.
To order the appropriate administrative, disciplinary or criminal measures in response to
actions or omissions of state officials who contributed to the denial of justice and impunity in which the
crimes of the case have remained.
4.
To order mechanisms of non-repetition to be put into place, which include: i) training
programs on international human rights standards in general, in particular, targeting the Police Force of the
State of Aragua, and justice operators; ii) measures to ensure effective accountability in criminal, disciplinary
or administrative jurisdictions, in cases of alleged abuse of power by law enforcement agents of the State; and
iii) legislative, administrative and other types of measures to enasure the investigation with due diligence and
127 IA Court of HR. Case of Valle Jaramillo et al v. Colombia. Merits, Reparations and Costs. Judgment of November 27, 2008.
Series C No. 192, par. 102; Case of the Massacre of la Rochela v. Colombia. Merits, Reparations and Costs. Judgment of May 11, 2007, Series
C No. 163, par. 195; and Case of Heliodoro Portugal v. Panama. Preliminary Objections, Merits, Reparations and Costs. Judgment of August
12, 2008. Series C No. 186, par. 146.
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