A residential fire in Lima’s La Victoria district claimed the lives of 10 family members early on Wednesday, according to statements from the Peruvian National Police. The victims included five children ranging in age from three to 15 years old, along with four adults between 29 and 72 years old, and one additional adult whose age was not disclosed. Two other individuals sustained injuries in the incident.
The blaze erupted at approximately 03:00 local time at the family’s residence. Of the 17 people present in the building when the fire began, seven managed to escape. Police General Oscar Arriola indicated that the victims’ remains were severely damaged by the flames.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire, examining reports suggesting it may have been deliberately set by arsonists. According to local media accounts, the family operated a mattress manufacturing business and owned electric motorcycles. Neighbors reported that unknown individuals allegedly set fire to motorcycles parked outside the property, with flames rapidly spreading through combustible mattress-making materials stored at the location.
Local reporting indicates the family had previously received threats and demands for extortion payments. The Peruvian National Police released a statement expressing that the incident had prompted national mourning and reflection.
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