Overview
- The WhatsApp message demanded 20,000 soles and showed 20 dynamite cartridges, cables, and three bullets next to the band’s name, warning of potential gunfire at shows and citing prior attacks such as “Agua Marina.”
- The senders identified themselves as “La Nueva Generación” and claimed they obtain the orchestra’s schedule from people close to the group.
- The National Police opened an investigation into this latest threat and said the orchestra has reported similar extortion attempts on at least four previous occasions.
- Earlier actions by Divincri led to the detention of two suspected extortionists, including one placed in preventive detention at Chiclayo prison.
- The orchestra is maintaining constant contact with authorities and hiring private security to reduce risks during performances.