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Minedu Facilitates Probe, Activates Protocols After 14-Year-Old Dies at Lima School

Relatives report a 45-minute wait for help after the boy suffered convulsions in class.

Overview

  • Hospital Dos de Mayo confirmed the student's death after he was transferred from Colegio Héroes del Cenepa in Cercado de Lima.
  • The boy's mother alleges staff failed to provide first aid and waited until the father arrived before taking him for care.
  • Parents held a vigil outside the campus and claimed previous instances of negligence at the institution.
  • The Education Ministry ordered immediate activation of emergency care and supervision via UGEL 3, Lima's regional directorate and the school quality office.
  • Minedu deployed counseling teams for the family and school community, while authorities continue investigations with no findings announced.