The ANP and IPYS They demanded that the authorities carry out an immediate, exhaustive and transparent investigation into the attempted murder against him journalist Mitzar Castillejosoccurred in Aguaytía, Ucayali region. Both organizations condemned the attack and warned that violence against journalists has become a permanent risk for the press in the regions.
The attack occurred when Castillejos was intercepted by armed individuals who tried to end his life. The communicator was injured and was taken to a health center, where he received medical attention. The incident has generated alarm in the journalistic community due to the seriousness of the case. A week ago, the ANP spoke out condemning the murder of journalist Fernando Núñez in La Líbertad.
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The National Association of Journalists of Peru indicated that this attempted murder It is not an isolated event and he recalled that the journalist had made complaints linked to alleged irregularities in his town. For the ANP, the attack reinforces the need for the Public Ministry and the Police to act quickly to identify those responsible and avoid impunity.
For its part, the Press and Society Institute warned that the case of Mitzar Castillejos reflects a pattern of violence that puts freedom of expression at risk. IPYS urged the State to adopt effective protection measures and send a clear signal of support for journalistic work, especially in areas where reporting has become a high-risk activity.
