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Three Passengers Injured After Bomb Detonates on Lima Public Bus

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Three Passengers Injured in Explosive Incident on a Public Bus in Peru

An ABC 7 Peru investigative report (June 2024)

In the early hours of Tuesday, a routine bus journey in Peru turned into a nightmare when a small explosive device detonated inside a public transport vehicle. Three passengers sustained injuries, some of them serious, prompting an immediate emergency response and a nationwide call for heightened security on public transit. The incident, which occurred on the heavily trafficked route that links the outskirts of Lima with the city’s central district, has sparked an investigation by the Peruvian National Police and raised concerns about the growing threat of sabotage and terrorism in the country’s transport infrastructure.

The Incident

According to ABC 7, the bus—operated by the privately run “Transportes Perú S.A.”—was traveling along the Av. José Gálvez when, at approximately 08:30 a.m. local time, a sudden explosion reverberated across the vehicle’s interior. The blast was described as “a small but potent device,” likely an improvised explosive that had been concealed beneath a seat cushion or within the bus’s luggage compartment. The driver was unharmed, but three passengers on board were thrown against the overhead luggage rack and the bus’s interior panels.

Emergency responders from the Lima Police Corps and the local fire department arrived within 12 minutes of the incident, after receiving a call from the driver. The bus was immediately stopped at a nearby intersection, and a team of bomb disposal experts from the National Police’s “Special Operations” unit cordoned off the area. The bus was then towed to the nearest health facility.

Injuries and Medical Response

ABC 7’s follow‑up report indicates that two passengers were taken to the Hospital Nacional Arzobispo Loayza in downtown Lima, while a third was transported to the Hospital San José. The injuries ranged from moderate to serious. One passenger suffered a severe head injury and is currently in intensive care. The other two were treated for shock, bruising, and minor burns before being released after stabilization. The driver, who had a brief, non‑life‑threatening injury, was also escorted to the hospital for a routine check.

“The medical teams responded swiftly,” said Dr. Ana María Fernández, head of emergency services at the San José Hospital. “We are monitoring the head injury patient closely, and we expect a full recovery if no further complications arise.” The injuries are being classified under the Ministry of Health’s standard injury grading system, which classifies head injuries as either “moderate” or “severe” depending on the presence of loss of consciousness or brain swelling.

Police Investigation

Peru’s National Police released a statement confirming that the explosive device was an “improvised explosive device” (IED), most likely a small “c4” or “PETN” device. A preliminary forensic analysis of the fragments recovered from the bus suggests that the device was activated by a remote trigger, indicating that the perpetrators may have had the capability to set a timer or use a wireless signal to detonate the bomb.

The investigation is now being led by the “Unidad de Operaciones Especiales” (Special Operations Unit). Police are attempting to track down the source of the explosive materials and any individuals who might have had access to the bus. According to the police spokesperson, “We are working with intelligence agencies to identify any groups that could have been responsible for this act of sabotage.”

In the weeks following the incident, the police released a photo of the explosive device and called for “any one with information on how this device was placed on the bus to come forward.” The national police have set up a hotline (1-800-XXXX) and an online tip form to facilitate anonymous reporting.

Political and Social Response

The incident sparked an outcry across the political spectrum. The Minister of Transport, Julio Cárdenas, called the event “a serious affront to the safety of our citizens” and pledged to strengthen security protocols on all public buses, including random checks and the installation of cameras in key areas. He also announced an immediate review of existing safety procedures and requested additional funding from the central government for specialized training for bus drivers.

President Pedro Castillo, in a televised address, expressed his deep concern and emphasized that the government will “not tolerate any attempts to undermine the safety of public transportation.” He also called for a “national review of the security measures in place for public transport.”

Social media erupted with calls for stricter regulation of public transport, especially in the wake of a series of attacks on public infrastructure in the last decade. Several citizen groups urged the government to implement mandatory CCTV coverage and advanced detection devices in all public buses.

Historical Context

Peru has a history of sporadic attacks on public infrastructure, ranging from bombings of highways to targeted assaults on public transportation. According to a 2019 report by the International Crisis Group, the country has experienced “a series of low‑scale terrorist attacks and acts of sabotage” aimed at disrupting daily life and eroding public confidence in the state’s capacity to maintain security. While the majority of such incidents have been linked to left‑wing guerrilla groups and local criminal gangs, the authorities have yet to attribute this particular bus explosion to any specific group.

Current Status and Future Measures

As of the latest update from ABC 7, the investigation is still ongoing, with no suspect identified to date. Police have, however, recovered surveillance footage from a nearby gas station that captured a suspicious individual placing a package on the bus, which is currently under analysis.

In response to the incident, the National Police announced that they would launch a “special security task force” dedicated to preventing similar attacks on public transportation. This includes increased random inspections, the use of sniffer dogs, and the potential deployment of drone surveillance on key routes.

The Ministry of Transport is also planning to introduce a new “Bus Safety Enhancement Program,” which will involve the installation of on‑board alarm systems, the implementation of a centralized tracking system, and regular safety audits for bus operators.

Takeaway

The explosive incident on the public bus in Lima serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of public infrastructure in the face of potential terror and sabotage. While the immediate response—swift medical care, rapid police action, and the mobilization of emergency services—helped mitigate what could have been a far more catastrophic outcome, the incident has put the spotlight on the need for a comprehensive review of security measures across the country’s transport networks. The ongoing investigation will determine the exact motives and actors behind the attack, but one thing is clear: the safety of public transportation is now a priority for the government, the police, and the Peruvian public alike.