25 Jul 2018 | 01:31 PM UTC
Peru: Terrorism ruled out in July 24 San Isidro bombings /update 1
Terrorism ruled out in July 24 San Isidro bombings; perpetrators targeted health clinic due to a personal dispute
Event
According to the Peruvian national police (PNP), terrorism has been ruled out as a motive in the two bombings carried out on Tuesday, July 24, in San Isidro (Lima province). The attack, which targeted a health clinic, is believed to be an act of revenge. The perpetrators were reportedly two siblings whose mother was treated at the clinic, and who was allegedly the victim of malpractice.
Context
The two explosions occurred in the vicinity of the Ricardo Palma clinic around 10:30 (local time), leaving 35 people wounded. The first blast was reported in an underground parking lot under the clinic and the second inside a laboratory.
Advice
Individuals in San Isidro are to avoid the sites of the explosions as the investigation continues and to adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities.
