A roof collapse at the Real Plaza Trujillo shopping mall in northwestern Peru led to six fatalities and over 78 injuries. The incident occurred Friday night, with immediate local responses from firefighters and health officials. Defense Minister Walter Astudillo provided updates on casualties, confirming five died on site and a sixth later at the hospital, while many others remain hospitalized. Local authorities are conducting a thorough inspection of the site, with the mayor announcing the mall's closure due to safety risks, as the search for survivors continues amidst ongoing rescue operations.
The heavy iron roof at the Real Plaza Trujillo shopping mall collapsed on Friday night, killing six people and injuring at least 78 more.
Astudillo confirmed that 30 injured had been discharged while 48 remained hospitalized, with three in critical condition, expressing condolences to the victims' families.
Local fire department head Luis Roncal stated they 'did not find any signs of life' as rescue efforts continued, emphasizing ongoing searches for survivors.
Trujillo's mayor announced the shopping center's closure 'due to imminent risk' and highlighted intentions to inspect other shopping facilities in the area.
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