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Peru's Schools Extorted by Gangs Amid Political Crisis

7/8/2025

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In Peru, criminal gangs are wreaking havoc in impoverished neighborhoods, extorting over 1,000 schools in Lima. Administrators and students face threats, prompting some institutions to shift to online classes. With political instability and corruption paralyzing police efforts, many schools are left with no choice but to pay off gangs, jeopardizing the quality of education.

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Story summary

In Peru, criminal gangs are wreaking havoc in impoverished neighborhoods, extorting over 1,000 schools in Lima. Administrators and students face threats, prompting some institutions to shift to online classes. With political instability and corruption paralyzing police efforts, many schools are left with no choice but to pay off gangs, jeopardizing the quality of education.