César Acuñathe regional governor of La Libertad, demanded extraordinary measures to stop violence in his city, after an attack was recorded that left three injured.
Through his social networks, the leader of Alliance for Progress requested that he declare site in Trujillo and described the attack as a terrorist act.
“I demand to apply article 137 of the Constitution of Peru. And it has to leave, and that is the governor’s request. We must prevent. The last night is a terrorist act,” he said.
I asked the Government to declare Trujillo in a state of siege. We cannot allow violence to continue. I will protect our families and we will return peace to our city. 🚨🛡️🇵🇪 pic.twitter.com/kjqh5lvp9m
– César Acuña Peralta (@cesaracunap) August 15, 2025
He also asked the Executive and the Congress to urgently approve the Urban Terrorism Law, considering that the city needs immediate actions.
“They show that they are interested in working for the security of Peru, they cannot wash their hands,” he said.
Finally, also former presidential ex -presidential expressed his solidarity with affected families and assured that he will work to receive the necessary support after the attack.
What does it mean that a city is in a state of site?
According to information from the Congress, the State of Siege is an institution that includes measures such as the suspension of guarantees and the assumption of legislative powers by the Executive.
The measure can be applied in exceptional situations, such as danger of war or internal alterations in a country.
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