Peru reports 4.3% drop in intentional homicides in August

Peruvian authorities report 1,190 intentional homicides in August, down 4.3% from 1,244 in the same month of 2025. The decline is presented as evidence of security policy progress, though the data covers only one month and lacks context on long-term trends or regional variation.

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