Lima Incidents and Services
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Supporters of Roberto Sánchez marched in Lima demanding election transparency, while a shootout at a Lima market resulted in arrests and injuries. Meanwhile, the Lince district offers free veterinary care, and Peru's ONP begins home pension deliveries in Lima and Callao.
Fire in Peru kills 10 people including 5 children
- A fire in a low-income neighborhood in Lima, Peru, killed 10 people, including five children. - Two homes were destroyed, and two individuals were injured in the blaze. - Authorities are investigating the cause, with preliminary reports suggesting possible arson linked to extortion.
Lima Book Fair Celebrates 30 Years with Ecuador as Guest of Honor
- The 30th Lima International Book Fair (FIL Lima) opened on July 22, 2026, with Ecuador as the guest of honor. - The fair, held at the Jockey Exhibition Center, will run until August 6 and will featu…
Ten Dead, Including Five Children, in Lima House Fire; Extortion Suspected
- A fire in a family home in Lima, Peru, resulted in the deaths of 10 people, including five children. - Police are investigating the cause of the blaze, which occurred early Wednesday morning in the …
Two drivers murdered in Lima and Callao amid attacks on public transport
- Two drivers were murdered in Lima and Callao in a single day amid a wave of attacks targeting public transportation. - The five incidents, including two homicides and injured passengers, may be link…
Lima and Callao face surge in public transport attacks, matching 2025's total in seven months
- Lima and Callao have recorded 107 attacks against public transport units in 2026, matching the total for all of 2025. - The region also reported 12,634 extortion and blackmail complaints nationwide …
Peru interprovincial transport eyes national strike over extortion attacks
- Interprovincial passenger transport companies are considering a nationwide service suspension due to rising extortion and armed attacks. - At least six companies have been targeted since June, with …