Overview
- The Chamber of Deputies approved the interpellation with a 66–51–1 vote and summoned Astudillo to appear on 17 September to answer a 27‑question written pliego.
- The interpellation centers on four axes: measures to curb citizen insecurity, the removal of PNP commander general Óscar Arriola, the appointment of Magali Meza Mundaca to a MININTER HR post, and the minister’s professional credentials.
- Astudillo has confirmed he will attend the hearing and told reporters he expects the first measurable results from his security strategy within two to three months.
- Journalists and deputies cited SINADEF data showing a sharp early‑term rise in firearm homicides — a reported 77.5% increase with 236 homicides recorded between 28 July and 8 September and firearms accounting for about 74% of those deaths — while analysts warn of undercounting in official records.
- Arriola announced his resignation days after the motion was filed and the interpellation heightens political pressure on the Fujimori administration by probing contested appointments, police leadership and the on‑the‑ground impact of rising extortion and contract killings on citizens.