Violence in Chorrillos: A combi driver is murdered by a fake passenger
A tragic incident recently occurred in the district of Chorrillos, in Lima. A driver of a public transport unit, locally known as a "combi," was murdered by a man who posed as a passenger. The attack not only ended the worker's life but also left two other people injured.
The event took place exactly at the intersection of Santa Rosa Avenue and Progreso Street. This area is particularly sensitive because it is located in the vicinity of the Virgen del Morro educational institution. The attacker took advantage of a moment on the route to fire the shots and then quickly fled the scene.
According to initial witness reports, the aggressor boarded the vehicle pretending to be an ordinary customer. However, shortly after, he pulled out a firearm and directly attacked the driver. The two people who were injured were immediately transported to a nearby hospital to receive emergency medical care.
The National Police of Peru arrived at the site shortly after the attack to cordon off the scene and begin the corresponding investigations. Officers are working on identifying the person responsible by reviewing security cameras in the area and the statements of those present.
This violent episode has generated great concern among the residents of Chorrillos and workers in the transport sector. The community is calling for greater security in the streets, especially in areas near schools, where citizens' vulnerability is higher in the face of these types of criminal acts.