# Violence and security threats in Peru elections

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/violence-and-security-threats-in-peru-elections
> Updated: 2026-09-28T21:00:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The electoral campaign in Peru has been characterized by increasing security concerns and physical violence. Early reports highlighted threats and aggression against candidates, such as Heidel Suyón in Los Olivos, where incidents included insults and the brandishing of weapons. Broadly, the political landscape faced a surge in extortion and targeted incidents, with 55 candidates reporting threats, including the murder of Susy Aponte Polo.

Subsequent reports detailed further incidents of instability, including a fatal stabbing during a campaign closing event in San Jerónimo, where a man died following a confrontation between groups. Additionally, campaign activities were disrupted by a vehicle rollover involving mayoral candidate Lucho Neira in Huaytará, though no serious injuries were reported in that specific instance.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Peru campaign activities marked by accident and fatal stabbing

Campaign activities in Peru have been marked by a vehicle rollover involving mayoral candidate Lucho Neira and a fatal stabbing of Emerson León Huamaní during a political event in San Jerónimo.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-campaign-activities-marked-by-accident-and-fatal-stabbing

### 2026-09-24: Security threats and violence impact Peru electoral campaigns

Violence and security threats, including reports of a machete-wielding assailant in Los Olivos, are creating a climate of fear during Peru's electoral campaign and impacting mayoral race stability.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/security-threats-and-violence-impact-peru-electoral-campaigns

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