Father of Three Killed by Collapsing Wall During Lima Earthquake

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Lima and Callao on June 15, 2025, resulting in the tragic death of a 37-year-old father of three. Teófilo Ventura Vega perished when a wall from a building under municipal closure order collapsed on him in the Ermitaño district of Independencia. "He went to check on his mototaxi because the area was steep and he was afraid it would slide," recounted a neighbor who witnessed the aftermath. The incident underscores the risks associated with ignoring building safety regulations and the devastating consequences of natural disasters. Vega leaves behind three children, highlighting the profound impact of this loss on the community. The municipality is investigating the incident to determine appropriate actions.