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Agua Marina Members Recover After Concert Shooting as Peru’s Music Scene Tightens Security

The group denounces state neglect, pressing for concrete action against extortion.

Overview

  • Keyboardist César More underwent a successful operation to repair rib fractures and is in recovery, according to his family.
  • Brothers Manuel and Luis Quiroga remain hospitalized in Chorrillos in stable condition with security posted at the clinic.
  • Agua Marina has suspended performances while four band members and a vendor injured in the Oct. 8 shooting continue treatment.
  • Investigators recovered 23 shell casings at the venue and suspect an automatic mini Uzi in what police say appears to be a targeted attack.
  • Cumbia acts report heightened precautions, with Armonía 10 wearing bulletproof vests onstage and Luigui Carbajal weighing similar measures as APDAYC flags rising threats.