One died and another was injured in the “tragedy” at the Peru Stadium

Peru’s Minister of Health, Juan Carlos Velasco, told reporters: “A tragic accident occurred in the arena that left 47 people injured… Unfortunately, one death was recorded,” without explaining what caused the accident.

Hospital information in Lima

The accident triggered a major emergency in the city, where hospitals were put on alert to receive the injured and provide them with the necessary treatment.

The accident happened at the stadium of Alejandro Villanueva, popularly known as “Matuti”, located in the Matuti area of ​​La Victoria district of the capital. CultivateIt is the official stadium of the Alianza Lima Club.

Debate over the cause of the accident

Initial reports suggested that part of the stadium’s wall may have collapsed, but the team has denied this, insisting that no part has fallen.

Peruvian authorities have not yet revealed the cause of the accident, while an investigation is expected to reveal what happened, which sadly marred an event aimed at encouraging fans ahead of the derby.