Peruvian Interior Minister Vicente Romero on Monday affirmed that there will be no takeover of Lima and called on citizens to rely on the work carried out by the
Peruvian National Police (PNP) for ensuring public safety, following the announcement of new demonstrations in the capital city.
"First of all, there has been no takeover of Lima until now, and there will be no takeover of Lima either," the government official stated.
Within this framework, he said social prevention is the top priority, followed by territorial control —which involves people and vehicles— while the fight against crime is in third place.
Romero pointed out that the police will conduct a much more thorough control of people and vehicles these days, so several PNP teams have been assigned accordingly, which will be accompanied by representatives of the Public Ministry.
Asked about the arrival in Peru of members of the anti-system and anarchic movement, Black Lines, to participate in the "Third Takeover of Lima," the minister said that he was aware of the information.
Members of groups and organizations opposed to the current Government have announced that new demonstrations will begin on July 19.
On Monday morning, Minister Romero participated in the presentation of the "Green Control 2023" operation plan, which is focused on strengthening citizen security, through social prevention and territorial control.
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Published: 7/10/2023