A recycling business in San Juan de Lurigancho, Lima, was targeted with an explosive device left by extortionists. The device was discovered at the business’s entrance, accompanied by an extortion note signed by a criminal group known as ‘Los Mexicanos’. Specialized personnel from the UDEX (Unidad de Desactivación de Explosivos) were dispatched to the scene to safely neutralize the explosive. Authorities are investigating the incident as an attempted extortion and are working to identify and apprehend those responsible. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding organized crime and extortion attempts targeting businesses in the area. No injuries were reported as a result of the device, which was successfully deactivated by the UDEX team. The investigation is ongoing to determine the full extent of the extortion plot.