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Gen Z-Led Lima Protest Over Pension Law Erupts in Clashes, Injuries Reported

The demonstration centered on Law No. 32123, which requires Peruvians from age 18 to enroll in an AFP or the ONP.

Overview

  • Thousands gathered in Plaza San Martín and moved through central Lima before confrontations escalated near Avenida Abancay and the Congress.
  • Police used tear gas and rubber pellets, with the Health Brigade reporting at least five wounded civilians and the PNP noting three injured officers taken to the national police hospital.
  • Journalist Diego Quispe reported being struck twice by rubber pellets despite displaying press credentials, and other media crews also faced impacts during dispersal actions.
  • Urban transport was disrupted as the ATU ordered route diversions and temporary closures of Metropolitano stations, affecting commuters and nearby commerce.
  • Residents reported a gunshot on Jirón Lampa attributed to a civilian, and police detained an alleged shooter who was taken to the Cotabambas station.