Tahoe Resources controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2017
Escobal license suspension and consultation dispute
Guatemala's Supreme Court temporarily suspended the Escobal license after a challenge alleging that the Ministry of Energy and Mines had failed to consult the Xinca Indigenous people before granting the permit.
2014
Civil lawsuit over Escobal shootings
Seven people who were shot filed a civil action in British Columbia alleging assault, aggravated assault, obstruction of justice, and corporate responsibility for the alleged conduct of the security chief.
2013
Violence surrounding the Escobal project
During protests near the Escobal mine, security guards associated with the project shot seven people. Tahoe's security chief, Alberto Rotondo, was arrested and charged in Guatemala. The incident led to allegations that company security had used excessive force against local opponents.