Earthquake Tragedy in Peru: Family Seeks Support After Father's Death

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Peru on June 15, 2025, resulting in one fatality and several injuries in Independencia. Teófilo Ventura Vega, 37, was killed when a wall fell on his mototaxi. "The family is devastated," reported Alonso Dávila, a journalist for Cuarto Poder, "and they are appealing for help to care for the three children left behind." The incident occurred five blocks from the main square on Los Alises street. While some government ministries have offered aid, the family is still seeking additional support for the children's future. The video footage from the wake provides a poignant reminder of the earthquake's human cost.