The report published by the archdiocese’s office—called Guatemala: Never Again!—combined historical analysis, a vast inventory of data points, and extended testimony of victims, who were quoted at length. It was released in April 1998. The report was explosive because it included specific details about the structure and personnel of the military intelligence services. In certain instances, the authors named military units and individual officers responsible for specific crimes. Four days after the report’s release, Gerardi was murdered in the garage of the church.
