Elderly Man Dies After Car Towed in La Victoria, Peru: Questions Raised About Municipal Practices

Elderly Man Dies After Car Towed in La Victoria, Peru La Victoria, Peru – A tragic incident in La Victoria has raised serious questions about municipal towing practices. An elderly man died of a heart attack at a municipal impound lot after his car was towed away. The event unfolded on June 7th, 2025, generating widespread concern among residents. Eyewitnesses reported the man was visibly distressed upon learning his car had been towed. "When they showed him the ticket, he said, 'Look how bad they are, how can they take my car? I'm an elderly person,'" recounted a taxi driver who transported the man to the impound lot. The driver added that the man's anxiety escalated during the short journey. The man's death at the impound lot has prompted calls for greater sensitivity and review of the municipality’s procedures. The incident highlights the emotional toll that vehicle impoundment can have on individuals, particularly the elderly. As of yet, the La Victoria municipality has not issued a statement addressing the incident or the existing Constitutional Court ruling prohibiting the towing of improperly parked vehicles. This lack of response only adds to the public's growing concern and demands for accountability.