On June 26, 2002, amid a devastating social crisis, the Buenos Aires Police executed Maximiliano Kosteki and Darío Santillán. The government attempted to spread the lie of a clash between protesters, but the powerful photographs by Pepe Mateos and Sergio Kowalewski exposed the brutal repression to the world.
On June 26, 2002, Maximiliano Kosteki and Darío Santillán were murdered by the Buenos Aires Police during a social protest. Their gestures of solidarity and the people's struggle that followed achieved the conviction of those directly responsible, though the politicians who ordered the repression remain unpunished. Two decades later, their example of activism and commitment continues to inspire.
On June 26, 2002, Buenos Aires police executed two young protesters in broad daylight. Thanks to brave photojournalists, the truth emerged despite official attempts to cover it up. Today, Argentina honors their memory.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
