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Attempted Banco de la Nación Heist at Callao Mall Spurs Shootout, Multiple Detained

Investigators are verifying the detainees’ identities under the Plan Cerco response.

Overview

  • An emergency call around 2 p.m. reported armed individuals inside the Banco de la Nación branch at the Minka shopping center on Avenida Argentina.
  • Police activated Plan Cerco and deployed Halcones units, multiple mobile units including UM No. 16 and 29, Juliet Alfa, and Central 105 Callao patrols.
  • Surveillance cameras monitored the incident as customers were evacuated and the bank’s doors remained closed.
  • Reports differ on outcomes, with accounts citing four to five detainees and two to three people injured, and authorities still confirming totals.
  • Authorities are reviewing video evidence, have not ruled out additional accomplices, and restricted mall access during investigative procedures.