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Woman Dies After Fall From Puente del Ejército Into Metropolitano Lane Near Plaza Unión

Authorities say the victim remains unidentified pending a formal investigation.

Overview

  • Officials report she fell from the opposite direction into the exclusive corridor and was struck by a bus that was in service.
  • Emergency protocols were activated and first responders were notified immediately after the collision.
  • Police and ATU closed the dedicated Metropolitano lane near Plaza Unión on Avenida Alfonso Ugarte to conduct on-site procedures.
  • Metropolitano buses were diverted to the mixed south–north lane shared with regular traffic.
  • The diversion caused significant congestion around Plaza Unión and the Puente del Ejército as investigative work continued.