A devastating explosion affected the facade of a furniture store belonging to the M20 company, located on Prolongación César Vallejo Avenue in the Víctor Larco district of Trujillo. The incident, which occurred on the morning of April 1, 2026, generated a loud bang that was heard in several areas of the city, alerting the authorities. This is the second attack with explosives the company has suffered in less than a week, as on March 27, its location on España Avenue was also the target of a similar attack.
The National Police have implemented a containment plan in the area and are reviewing security camera footage to identify the perpetrator of the attack. Following the explosion, the area was cordoned off to allow forensic experts to conduct the necessary investigations. Trujillo is currently in a state of emergency due to the increasing insecurity in the region, prompting authorities to intensify their actions against crime. As reported in other accounts, the security situation in Trujillo has led various sectors to call for stricter measures to ensure public safety.
