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Peru Opens Probe Into Killing of Indonesian Embassy Official After Surveillance Video Released

Officials vow a thorough investigation with increased security for Indonesian diplomatic staff.

Overview

  • The victim was identified as Cetro (also reported as Zetro) Leonardo Purba, 40, who was shot three times Monday night as he arrived by bicycle at his Lima apartment.
  • Police-released footage shows a helmeted assailant firing twice, then a third time after the victim fell, before fleeing on a motorcycle driven by an accomplice.
  • Peru’s foreign ministry labeled the death an assassination and pledged to clarify what happened, with additional police protection for Indonesia’s embassy and personnel.
  • Indonesia’s foreign minister, Sugiono, called for a thorough, transparent and expeditious inquiry as well as maximum protection for Indonesian staff and citizens in Peru.
  • Authorities have not determined a motive, with a police official saying a settling of scores is not ruled out, as national data show rising homicides and extortion complaints.