Overview
- Security cameras recorded a motorcyclist preparing and detonating an explosive at the mayor’s home around 1:35 a.m. near Parque Antonio Raimondi.
- The attacker left a letter with a bullet that demanded S/200,000 and influence over a public work, warning of stronger blasts and a possible killing.
- Cautivo denies wrongdoing tied to circulated videos showing him with cash, saying funds were withdrawn by staff for municipal activities.
- Police units from Areincri and Dirincri are conducting proceedings to identify suspects as the mayor seeks personal protection guarantees.
- The blast damaged the floor and facade of the residence and follows a prior extortion episode 18 months ago in which he refused to pay and arrests were reported.