Peru's New President Takes Action Against Gang-Related Violence
President José Jerí, who assumed the presidency after Congress voted to impeach Dina Boluarte, has named a retired general to oversee the "war" on gangs.
Jerí, 38, has promised to lead a transitional government until elections on April 12, 2026, amid a surge in gang-related violence.
New Cabinet and Interior Minister
Jerí swore in a new Cabinet and named 61-year-old retired police general Vicente Tiburcio as his interior minister.
Tiburcio was chosen for his experience in fighting "organised crime, drug-rafficking and terrorism," according to a government statement.
The government has stated that Tiburcio's experience makes him suitable for the role.
- President José Jerí assumed the presidency last week.
- Retired police general Vicente Tiburcio was named interior minister.
- Elections are scheduled for April 12, 2026.
Author's summary: Peru's new president appoints a retired general to combat gang violence.