Five individuals were killed in Lima and Callao within a 40-hour period despite the ongoing state of emergency in these regions. This wave of violence occurs amid a major security crisis, raising questions about the effectiveness of deployed measures. Supreme Decree N. 123-2026-PCM extends the exceptional powers of the National Police and Armed Forces. Prediction markets indicate a moderate decrease in the chances of Daniel Belizario Urresti Elera, a Lima mayoral candidate whose campaign largely centers on public safety. With days to go before the election, these events could significantly alter voter preferences.
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