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Peru declares 60-day state of emergency in Lima and Callao
The Peruvian government, led by President Keiko Fujimori, has declared a 60-day state of emergency in Metropolitan Lima and the province of Callao to combat rising organized crime, extortion, and violence. The measure includes the suspension of certain constitutional rights, such as freedom of movement, assembly, and the inviolability of the home. To bolster security, the government will deploy the Armed Forces to support the National Police, and an Intelligence Committee will be established to coordinate efforts using advanced technology, including drones and facial recognition.
In addition to the capital region, the executive branch has declared a 60-day state of emergency in 16 districts across the Cajamarca and Madre de Dios regions. This action aims to curb illegal mining, unauthorized logging, and drug trafficking. In these areas, the military and police will conduct integrated patrols, utilizing thermal-equipped drones to locate clandestine camps.
Data from the National Institute of Legal Medicine (Sinadef) indicates that during the first month of Fujimori's administration, 151 homicides were recorded nationwide, with Lima accounting for 48 of those cases. In response to the security crisis, the government is also seeking 66 legislative powers from Congress for a 120-day period to strengthen its ability to fight crime.
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Cajamarca · Callao · Keiko Fujimori · Lima · National Police of Peru · Sinadef
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Lima recorded 48 homicides during the first month of the current administration. hbanoticias.pe
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The government is seeking 66 legislative powers from Congress for 120 days, focusing on citizen security and organized crime. hbanoticias.pe
- [○ 1 SOURCE] There were 151 homicides recorded during the first month of Keiko Fujimori's presidency. hbanoticias.pe
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A 60-day state of emergency was also declared in 16 districts across Cajamarca and Madre de Dios to combat illegal mining and drug trafficking. canaln.pe
- [● 3 SOURCES] The government declared a 60-day state of emergency in Lima and Callao. eldiarionica.com · www.losprimeros.tv · losandes.com.pe
- [● 3 SOURCES] The state of emergency includes the suspension of rights such as freedom of movement, assembly, and inviolability of the home. eldiarionica.com · www.losprimeros.tv · canaln.pe
- [● 2 SOURCES] Armed Forces will be deployed to support the National Police in security operations. eldiarionica.com · canaln.pe
- [○ 1 SOURCE] An Intelligence Committee will be formed to coordinate actions between police and military forces using advanced technology like drones and facial recognition. www.losprimeros.tv