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Young Man Shot Dead in Barrios Altos as Police Hunt Two Gunmen

Police are investigating to identify those involved.

Overview

  • The shooting occurred Friday night on block 12 of Jirón Santa Rosa in Barrios Altos, Cercado de Lima.
  • Witnesses said two assailants approached the approximately 22-year-old victim at close range and fired more than five shots before fleeing.
  • Neighbors called an ambulance, and medical personnel confirmed the victim had died at the scene.
  • Officers from the San Andrés police station secured the area as forensic teams collected evidence and interviewed witnesses.
  • Authorities have not released the victim's name or established a motive, and investigators are weighing whether the attack was targeted or random.