Filiberto Ojeda Ríos
Puerto Rican-American guerilla leader
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Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Puerto Rico
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A guerilla leader and founder of the Boricua Popular Army, actively participated in the Puerto Rican independence movement. Engaged in various actions against U.S. government interests in Puerto Rico, including bank robberies to fund independence activities. Involved in armed resistance against U.S. authority, leading organizations seeking to achieve Puerto Rican sovereignty. Spent years in hiding before being killed during a standoff with FBI agents in 2005, which sparked significant protests in Puerto Rico and among supporters globally.
Founded the Boricua Popular Army
Led armed resistance actions for Puerto Rican independence
Was killed during a standoff with the FBI
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