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Peru Braces for Dual Marches on Oct. 25 After Rapper’s Killing

The protests are set to proceed under a 30-day state of emergency that restricts public assembly.

Overview

  • Youth collective Generación Z has called a national march to honor Eduardo Ruiz (Trvko), with pre‑concentration at Plaza Francia at 2:30 p.m. and a route to the Palacio de Justicia from 5 p.m.
  • Transport unions Asotrani and the Alianza Nacional de Transportistas say they will join the demonstration, while leaders say a national transport strike remains under evaluation.
  • A separate pro‑police rally billed as the “Gran Marcha Nacional/Policía Resiste” is scheduled at Campo de Marte from 3 p.m.
  • The Public Prosecutor’s Office is pursuing a qualified homicide investigation into Ruiz’s death, and the PNP has identified subofficer Luis Magallanes as the shooter.
  • PNP commander Óscar Arriola has reminded organizers that emergency rules restrict gatherings and require prior authorization for mass events.