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Peru’s President Jerí Inspects Puente Piedra Command Post in Push Against Organized Crime

The Navy-led hub coordinates real-time operations with police alongside district authorities under the state of emergency.

Overview

  • He verified the command center’s operational control run by the Navy with the National Police and municipal teams in Puente Piedra.
  • The facility enables real-time oversight to steer patrols targeting crimes in Lima and Callao.
  • He reviewed recent tactics by security forces and serenazgo, emphasizing sustained, coordinated measures to curb offenses.
  • Defense Minister César Díaz and senior military and police leaders joined the inspection with Mayor Rennán Espinoza.
  • After the visit, he traveled to Pamplona Alta to assess recovery efforts following the Oct. 11 fire that affected over 300 people and destroyed about 100 homes.