# Violent crime in Peru and Ecuador

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/violent-crime-in-peru-and-ecuador
> Updated: 2026-10-12T08:00:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Reports indicate rising levels of violent crime and insecurity in Pisco, Peru, and Catamayo, Ecuador.

In Pisco, an individual known as ‘El Gordo Kito’ was shot and killed inside a barbershop, wounding a worker. Authorities have detained two suspects and seized a vehicle used in the attack. The victim had recently been released from prison following a sentence for aggravated homicide.

In Catamayo, residents have reported six deaths linked to armed attacks throughout 2026. Following a recent shooting that wounded two men, community members have called for increased police presence and stricter controls in ‘tolerance zones’ to prevent criminal groups from establishing control for drug trafficking purposes.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Rising violent crime reported in Pisco and Catamayo

Increased violent crime and armed attacks are causing alarm in Pisco, Peru, and Catamayo, Ecuador, leading to calls for heightened police surveillance and security measures.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rising-violent-crime-reported-in-pisco-and-catamayo

### 2026-10-04: Armed attacks reported in Mexico and Peru

Gunmen carried out separate attacks in Mexico and Peru, leaving a couple seriously injured in Temixco and targeting a hotel in Callao for the second time in a week.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/armed-attacks-reported-in-mexico-and-peru

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Cite as: Violent crime in Peru and Ecuador. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/violent-crime-in-peru-and-ecuador