# Violence during evictions in Peru

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/violence-during-evictions-in-peru
> Updated: 2026-10-30T00:09:17.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Incidents of violence and fire have been reported during eviction and demolition operations in different Peruvian cities.

In Huancayo, nine municipal workers sustained burns to their faces and bodies during an operation to remove irregular constructions in the Salcedo neighborhood. Officials stated that an individual allegedly threw fuel from a residence and ignited it, creating a fireball that struck staff. One suspect, identified as Grey Albert Enrique Escalante, has reportedly been detained. The municipality and the Public Prosecutor's Office are initiating legal actions.

In Arequipa, a fire occurred in the Aurora urbanization area following an eviction process. It is alleged that the fire was caused by the explosion of gas cylinders, an act intended to prevent the legal proceeding.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-30: Fire reported in Arequipa following eviction

A fire broke out in the Aurora urbanization of Arequipa, Peru, following an eviction. The blaze was allegedly caused by exploding gas cylinders to obstruct the process.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fire-reported-in-arequipa-following-eviction

### 2026-10-14: Huancayo municipal workers injured in arson attack during eviction

Nine municipal workers in Huancayo, Peru, were injured by fire and stones during an eviction operation aimed at removing illegal structures from public roads. One suspect has been detained.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/huancayo-municipal-workers-injured-in-arson-attack-during-eviction

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