The ecocide resulting from the oil spill at La Pampilla refinery —owned by Repsol— must not go unpunished,
Justice and Human Rights Minister Anibal Torres has affirmed.
In a post on Twitter, the minister stated that there is administrative (fine), civil (
compensation), and criminal responsibility in this case, which has affected Ventanilla and other areas along the Lima coast.
Regarding criminal responsibility, he said, the Prosecutor's Office must conduct an ex officio investigation.
After meeting with Repsol representatives, Environment Minister Ruben Ramirez pointed out that around 6,000 barrels of oil were spilled.
The oil slick has spread along the coast of Ventanilla, reaching Ancon and Chancay, where a negative impact on marine flora and fauna is registered.
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Published: 1/20/2022