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Peru reports surge in extortion cases with 12,634 incidents recorded in H1 2026
La República (Peru)LO·PE·3 days ago
Official crime statistics for extortion in Peru show a significant divergence between the National Police (PNP) and the Ministerio Público, with the latter reporting nearly double the number of cases. This statistical gap complicates the assessment of criminal activity trends and undermines the reliability of government security metrics.