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Stage Partially Collapses at Trujillo’s Chan Chan Stadium During Festival Setup

The stadium had been flagged for serious safety failures by the national audit office.

Overview

  • Part of a metal stage under assembly failed on Feb. 21, causing a partial collapse at the Chan Chan complex in Trujillo.
  • At least one person was injured and assisted by coworkers, according to videos cited by local media.
  • Festival programming continued on the stadium field after the incident, with organizers reporting normal activities.
  • Municipal officials had said hazardous areas were closed and that barriers, police, municipal security, private guards, and medical brigades were in place.
  • Corazón Serrano was scheduled to perform at the free event, which authorities expected to draw a large crowd.