Overview

• In TikTok and Instagram videos posted Oct. 9–11, Janick Maceta accused authorities of ineptitude in the face of rising crime and extortion.
• She said fear has become routine for Peruvians and asserted that those tasked with protection are looking the other way.
• Maceta criticized congressional maneuvers around the presidential vacancy and denounced the selection of José Jerí, citing reporting on an accusation he faces.
• She urged influencers to stop curating “perfect lives” and to speak openly about the security and political crises.
• Her posts drew swift praise online, with coverage noting similar statements from other public figures such as Milett Figueroa and no formal government response reported.