Trujillo Mourns: 84 Traffic Deaths in La Libertad Region Spark Urgent Safety Call

Tragedy Strikes Trujillo: 12 Dead, 84 Injured in La Libertad Traffic Accidents Trujillo, Peru – A devastating series of traffic accidents in the La Libertad region has claimed the lives of 12 people in Trujillo alone, with a total of 84 fatalities reported across the region. The Ministry of Health confirmed the grim statistics, prompting urgent calls for improved road safety measures. The accidents, which occurred over the past few months, highlight a critical need for increased awareness and stricter enforcement of traffic laws. "In the district of Trujillo, we average six deaths, and in the province, we have an average of more than twelve deaths," stated a local official in an interview with Sol TV. The official emphasized that human error is the primary cause of these accidents, accounting for over 90% of all incidents. Images from the Sol TV report show the wreckage of several vehicles involved in the accidents, underscoring the severity of the collisions. A weekend awareness campaign was conducted at the intersection of Avenidas España and Larco, a known accident hotspot. Students from the National University of Trujillo, along with regional government officials, participated in the campaign to educate the public on road safety. The intersection of Avenidas España and Larco alone has witnessed an average of eight accidents per year. Authorities are focusing efforts on these high-risk areas to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities. While the numbers are alarming, the community's proactive response and collaborative efforts offer a glimmer of hope for improved road safety in the future.