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Prosecutors Open Discrimination Probe Into Alejandra Argumedo’s Viral Metropolitano Remarks

Authorities say discrimination is a crime punishable by up to three years under the Penal Code.

Overview

  • Alejandra Argumedo released a video apology acknowledging her words were unacceptable and asking for forgiveness.
  • The Tercera Fiscalía Supraprovincial de Derechos Humanos e Interculturalidad began a preliminary investigation led by prosecutor Roger Yana Yanqui.
  • Investigative steps include requesting an ATU incident report, a technical‑police inspection to review bus CCTV, testimonial statements, collection of police and criminal records, and a psychological evaluation by the Unidad Médico Legal.
  • The Ministry of Culture filed a formal complaint and promoted the free, 24‑hour hotline 1817 for reporting racist incidents nationwide.
  • The Defensoría del Pueblo urged exemplary sanctions and highlighted historically low conviction rates, while brands and platforms distanced themselves and removed Argumedo from projects.