Kimbiri shooting sparks security alerts in Peru's VRAEM region

A young man was critically injured in a shooting in the Kimbiri district, located within the VRAEM region of Peru. The victim was found inside a vehicle in the Huarmamayo sector with a severe gunshot wound to the neck.

Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, prompting residents to alert authorities. According to preliminary investigations, three individuals on a black motorcycle carried out the attack. One suspect was described as wearing a red shirt.

The Peruvian National Police and local security forces have implemented a ‘plan cerco’ (perimeter lockdown) at major access points to the jurisdiction in an attempt to capture the suspects. The victim was transported to the San Juan de Kimbiri Hospital, where he remains in critical condition.