A passenger using a ride-hailing app was fatally shot while traveling along the Antigua Panamericana Sur in Villa El Salvador. According to the National Police (PNP), the victim, identified as Matheus Méndez Pérez, was targeted by individuals in a black sedan who intercepted the taxi near the Jardines de la Paz crematorium. Méndez Pérez died at the scene, while the taxi driver remained unharmed.
Investigation Into Suspected Targeted Attack
Authorities are currently investigating the incident as a probable settling of scores. The victim had recently been released from custody approximately one month ago, according to police records. Matheus Méndez Pérez held a criminal history that included charges for illicit drug trafficking, aggravated robbery, and extortion. Officials have secured the site to conduct forensic examinations while awaiting authorization from the presiding prosecutor to transport the body to the Morgue Central de Lima.
Did You Know?
The victim, Matheus Méndez Pérez, had been released from prison only about a month before the incident occurred, a detail that has become a central focus for investigators looking into the motive behind the shooting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the shooting take place?
The incident occurred on the Antigua Panamericana Sur, near the Jardines de la Paz crematorium in the district of Villa El Salvador.
What is the status of the investigation?
The National Police have established a perimeter to gather evidence. Authorities are currently treating the case as a possible settling of accounts due to the victim’s criminal history.
Was the taxi driver injured?
No, the driver of the vehicle was reported to be unharmed following the attack.
How should public safety protocols evolve to better protect passengers and drivers in ride-hailing services against such targeted incidents?
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