Girl Survives 4-Meter Fall at Unfinished Peruvian Construction Site

A seven-year-old girl's miraculous survival after a four-meter fall at an unfinished construction site in Lurigancho-Chosica, Peru, has sparked outrage and calls for improved safety measures. The incident occurred on May 27, 2025, when the child, while playing near the site, lost her balance and fell. "She was bleeding, her face was swollen, and her little arm was bent," said Kathy Rojas, the girl's aunt, describing the scene. The girl was initially taken to a local hospital but later transferred to the Instituto de Salud del Niño de San Borja for specialized care due to head and facial injuries. The unfinished construction, intended to be a volleyball court, has been criticized for its lack of safety barriers. Jorge Peralacios, the municipal manager of Chosica, acknowledged the lack of a perimeter fence and stated that corrective measures would be taken. Despite the accident, the girl's survival serves as a reminder of the importance of child safety and the need for responsible construction practices.