Peru: Police responding to shooting incident on Pan-American Highway South in Santiago de Surco District, Lima, June 20

Event

Police are responding to a shooting incident that left at least two people dead on the Pan-American Highway South (Highway 1S) in the Santiago de Surco District of Lima June 20. Authorities have deployed to the incident site and have closed the Pan-American Highway South in the area, causing major transport disruptions. Police did not immediately confirm whether they had made any arrests in connection with the incident.

Transport and business disruptions are likely in the Santiago de Surco area into the evening of June 20 as police continue their investigation into the incident.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Allow for additional transport time in the Santiago de Surco area. Seek routes that are alternatives to the Pan-American Highway South. Reconfirm business appointments. Heed the instructions of security personnel.