Shootout on Lima's Via Expresa Leaves Several Injured

A tense shootout unfolded on Lima's Via Expresa on May 22, 2025, leaving several injured. Police pursued suspects in a high-speed chase that ended in a violent confrontation. "It was terrifying," said one eyewitness, who requested anonymity. "Gunfire erupted everywhere. I saw people running for cover." The video footage shows the aftermath, with police officers tending to the wounded and securing the scene. Several vehicles were damaged. The Ministry of the Interior is investigating the incident. While the full details are still emerging, the incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in combating crime in Lima.