Peruvian journalist reports attempted murder in connection with political corruption investigation

Peruvian reporter, Enrique Bayona, who has been delving into corruption allegations linked to the administration of former president Pedro Castillo (2021-2022), has claimed an attempted assassination by unidentified individuals.

Bayona stated that the incident occurred on August 20th in the Piura region (north), where he lives and works.

In 2022, he disclosed recordings in which government officials are allegedly heard discussing public work concessions to private entities in exchange for bribes.

These construction-related projects supposedly involve Congressman Guillermo Bermejo, a former member of the Perú Libre (left-wing) party, the same party that had backed Castillo’s presidency.

The prosecutor’s office is currently investigating this alleged corruption network.

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