Today's News: Death of a minor in Manchay police station under investigation
The news day in Peru is marked by the demand for justice following the death of a teenager in police custody, the start of the electoral race for the mayoralty of Lima, and the search for a missing elderly man in Callao. Additionally, specialists provide recommendations for the prevention of substance use among young people.
The Lima Bar Association (CAL) and the victim's family are demanding an exhaustive investigation following the death of a minor at the Manchay police station, an area in the Pachacámac district. A forensic medical report revealed that the teenager's body showed multiple bruises or skin marks caused by blows, suggesting physical assaults prior to his death. Authorities have already identified the police officers linked to the case, while the Prosecutor's Office evaluates potential deficiencies in the respect for human rights during the procedure.
On the political front, Daniel Urresti officially announced his candidacy for the mayoralty of Lima for the Podemos Perú party for the municipal elections on October 4. The former Minister of the Interior stated that his campaign will focus on transforming the capital into a safe city, thus confirming his participation in the electoral race for the municipal seat.
Regarding public safety, a family from Callao is asking for help to locate 79-year-old Gregorio Sulca Tanta, who disappeared on Friday, June 19, in the district of Carmen de La Legua Reynoso. The elderly man suffers from Alzheimer's, a disease that causes memory loss and disorientation, and is also an oncology patient. At the time he left his home, he was wearing clothes that his family hopes will help with his prompt identification.
Finally, psychology experts from the Universidad Católica Sedes Sapientiae (UCSS) suggest that parents strengthen communication with their teenage children to prevent alcohol and drug use. According to the specialists, the key is anticipation and establishing clear dialogues before young people face risky situations in their social environment.
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