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Peru: Organized Crime Unchecked in Pataz Despite Two-Year State of Emergency
La República (Peru)LO·PE·2 days ago
Peru reports 67 teenagers killed by August, most by gunfire, highlighting escalating criminal recruitment of minors. The incident of a 9-year-old attempting a bus robbery underscores the severity. This reflects a broader trend of organized crime using children, with implications for public security and policy.