Overview
- The device detonated around 10 p.m. on Jirón Mariano Melgar in Santa Clara, damaging the facades of Hostal Estrella and the restobar Khalos.
- At least four people were wounded and were assisted by PNP Halcones personnel before being taken to Hospital de Vitarte for treatment.
- Police arrested Melvin José Martínez Sampayo at the scene and transferred him to the Santa Clara station for questioning.
- Coronel Víctor Revoredo of the PNP Extortion Investigation Unit said the detainee admitted being paid 300 soles “to remove a person,” and investigators are examining his role in placing the explosive.
- Officials say the probe remains open with motive and any additional suspects unconfirmed, as residents reported delayed police response and recurring criminal incidents in the area.