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Lima Metro Line 1 Closes Three Stations After Person Enters Tracks During Rush Hour

Trains run only Villa El Salvador–Gamarra and BayóvarCaja de Agua during safety checks.

Overview

  • The operator temporarily closed Miguel Grau, El Ángel and Presbítero Maestro after an unauthorized track intrusion.
  • Service is split into two independent segments to keep limited operations moving while the central stretch remains out of service.
  • The Health Ministry’s SAMU dispatched two ambulances to provide medical support at the incident area.
  • Authorities have not explained why the person entered the tracks or disclosed the individual’s condition.
  • The concessionaire activated emergency protocols, advised riders to follow staff and use alternate routes, and pledged compensation with updates through official channels about once an hour.