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Bus driver murdered in Lima; passengers injured amid extortion claims
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Bus driver murdered in Lima; passengers injured amid extortion claims

From La República · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • A bus driver was shot and killed in Lima, Peru, while two passengers were injured in the attack.
  • Colleagues of the victim allege they are forced to pay S/40 daily for extortion to a criminal group called 'Callao Unido'.
  • The incident occurs amid rising violence against transport workers, with another bus company's vehicle also fired upon recently.

A bus driver operating an informal route between Lima and Callao was fatally shot in the Cercado de Lima district. The attack, which also left two passengers injured, has intensified fears among transport workers who claim they are subjected to daily extortion.

According to police sources, the driver was shot after returning from purchasing a drink. Witnesses reported that the assailants fled on foot. His colleagues have spoken out, alleging that they are forced to pay 40 soles daily to a criminal organization known as 'Callao Unido.' They believe the driver was targeted after refusing to meet these demands.

This incident follows another attack on a bus from the company Cruz del Sur in San Luis just days prior, though no injuries were reported in that case. The transport workers are calling for increased police patrols and enhanced security on their routes, fearing further violence. Police have launched an investigation into the shooting.

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Originally published by La República in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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