The Acre Public Security Secretariat informed the ContilNet this Tuesday (22), which is closely monitoring the situation in Peru after President José Jerí decreed a state of emergency in the capital Lima and the Callao region, for 30 days, to contain the spread of crime in the country.
According to the Secretary of Security, the most affected region is the Peruvian capital/Photo: Reproduction
The Secretary of Public Security, Colonel Américo Gaia, stated that Acre authorities are on alert, especially in the border areas. According to him, monitoring is being carried out through the Integrated Border and Border Management Office (GGIF), which gathers intelligence information on possible consequences of the Peruvian scenario in the region.
“We are carrying out an intelligence survey by GGIF. As soon as we conclude, we will pass it on for dissemination”, explained Gaia.
The secretary highlighted that, to date, there are no records of instability or direct impacts in Acre’s border cities.
“Initially, from what is known, the conflict is happening in Lima and does not seem to have spread to the other departments,” he informed.
The state of emergency was announced by José Jerí on Tuesday night (21), in a televised statement, and comes into effect at midnight. The measure authorizes stricter security measures and police reinforcement on the streets of the Peruvian capital.
Since assuming the presidency in early October, following the dismissal of Dina Boluarte, Jerí has faced protests from civil society groups and young people demanding measures against crime. In recent mobilizations, one person died and more than 100 were injured in clashes with the police.
“The Public Security Secretariat took a position in a note:
In informal consultation with the Peruvian National Police (PNP), we were informed that the manifestos are concentrated in Lima and Callao, and that tourist traffic in the country remains normal. To date, the Peruvian authorities have not requested any assistance from our Public Security sector.
Due to this situation, Acre will continue to monitor the situation at the borders and assess any impact that may occur. There are currently no plans to adopt measures such as border closures or additional restrictions. We are committed to ensuring the safety of the population and fluidity in border relations, maintaining constant monitoring of information that may arise.
We are prepared to act as necessary, always prioritizing the safety and well-being of Acre residents.”
