{"id":214217,"date":"2026-04-01T19:53:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T19:53:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-eventful-arrival-of-rafael-lopez-aliaga-in-juliaca-protests-and-backlash-from-victims-families-of-january-9\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T19:53:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T19:53:14","slug":"the-eventful-arrival-of-rafael-lopez-aliaga-in-juliaca-protests-and-backlash-from-victims-families-of-january-9","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-eventful-arrival-of-rafael-lopez-aliaga-in-juliaca-protests-and-backlash-from-victims-families-of-january-9\/","title":{"rendered":"The Eventful Arrival of Rafael L\u00f3pez Aliaga in Juliaca: Protests and Backlash from Victims’ Families of January 9"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Stones and Harangues.<\/b> The arrival of candidate Rafael L\u00f3pez Aliaga<\/b> from Popular Renewal<\/b> in Juliaca<\/b>, located in the Puno region, revealed significant opposition to his presence in southern Peru<\/b>. What was intended as a campaign event transformed into a flashpoint for protests, with relatives of victims from the tumultuous protests of 2022 and 2023 taking to the streets to demand justice and accountability.<\/p>\n

L\u00f3pez Aliaga’s itinerary included a brief stop in Juliaca<\/b> to meet supporters at a local venue on Huancan\u00e9 Street before returning to Lima the same day. Nonetheless, his entry sparked immediate and strong responses from various sectors of the local population.<\/div>\n

Protests and Attack on the Truck<\/h2>\n

As L\u00f3pez Aliaga’s motorcade departed from Inca Manco C\u00e1pac International Airport<\/b>, numerous protesters gathered along the route. They displayed signs and voiced their disapproval of the candidate’s presence.<\/p>\n

The situation quickly escalated. Some protesters blocked the candidate’s vehicle, resulting in a tense standoff. Local media footage depicted security agents scrambling to protect the vehicle as it moved through the throngs, amidst chants and jeers from the crowd.<\/p>\n

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L\u00f3pez Aliaga’s visit to Juliaca is complicated by protests and stone attacks<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Faced with the escalating tensions, the candidate’s team decided to change course, taking an alternate route to avoid confrontation. Police forces worked to maintain order while ensuring L\u00f3pez Aliaga’s safe passage to the planned venue.<\/p>\n

Clashes and Injuries<\/h2>\n

Outside the airport, clashes erupted between L\u00f3pez Aliaga’s supporters and citizens protesting against him, resulting in violent confrontations that left several injured.<\/p>\n

One notable injury was sustained by Diego Quispe, a member of the Association of Victims of January 9<\/b>, who suffered a head injury from a thrown stone. Amidst the chaos, Quispe voiced his dissent against the candidate, reiterating calls for justice.<\/p>\n

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Rafael L\u00f3pez Aliaga during a candidate debate<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

According to victim’s relatives, at least four individuals were injured in the unrest. Reports indicate that some of L\u00f3pez Aliaga’s supporters may have been involved in the violence, further amplifying the tensions between the opposing groups.<\/p>\n

Despite efforts from supporters to engage with the candidate, additional groups gathered outside the venue where he intended to conduct his campaign activities.<\/p>\n

Context of Rejection in Southern Peru<\/h2>\n

L\u00f3pez Aliaga’s tumultuous arrival in Juliaca<\/b> reflects an ongoing climate of hostility toward him and others in the southern regions of Peru, particularly in Puno, where lingering memories of the protests from December 2022 and January 2023 are palpable.<\/p>\n

On January 9, 2023, violence marred social demonstrations that resulted in the deaths of 18 individuals. This tragic event has left a lasting mark on the community, and various sectors continue to hold critical views toward political figures who have either downplayed the events or issued disparaging remarks about the victims. L\u00f3pez Aliaga, alongside some members of his party, has been implicated in this dismissal, augmenting public dissatisfaction.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n


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