Peruvian News: Thief Released, Racing Incident, Soldier's Death, Whooping Cough Outbreak

Peruvian News Roundup: Thief Freed, Illegal Racing, Soldier's Death in Ukraine, Whooping Cough Surge Lima, Peru – May 30, 2025 – América Noticias has reported on several significant events impacting Peru. In one incident, a thief captured on video robbing a young man was surprisingly released by authorities due to a lack of evidence. "The delinquent was released despite video evidence," stated Sofía, the news anchor. This sparked outrage among citizens. Meanwhile, dozens of informal commuter buses engaged in illegal racing near the Estadio Monumental in Ate. Police and local authorities intervened to disperse the gathering. Tragically, a Peruvian soldier, José Ávila Tuanana, lost his life in Ukraine while on patrol. His family is seeking support, and the Peruvian government is coordinating with Ukrainian authorities to repatriate his remains. Adding to the concerns, the Ministry of Health confirmed at least 50 whooping cough cases across 21 districts of Lima, with most cases reported in Villa El Salvador. The ministry is urging parents to vaccinate their children.