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Prosecutors' Office to Pursue Action After Casma Prosecutor, Lawyer Brawl in Bar

Peru's Ministerio Público vowed disciplinary and legal measures following the videoed bar fight in Áncash.

Overview

  • Security cameras at Otilia Coffee Bar & Boutique in Casma captured a confrontation between fiscal Erick Segura Benavides and attorney Pedro Alva.
  • Police intervened and took both men to the Casma station for official procedures and statements.
  • The Ministerio Público said it will pursue legal action against Segura Benavides and initiate disciplinary proceedings.
  • The District Prosecutor's Office of Santa confirmed he remains attached to the Casma Provincial Criminal Prosecutor's Office during the inquiry.
  • Footage and witness accounts describe bottle strikes, punches, injuries and property damage, with the venue owner alleging the fiscal started the attack.