Peruvian authorities have arrested 18 people as part of an investigation ... The weapons would then be reported 'lost' and 'introduced to the black market,' he added. At least 17 guns were sold ...

That means the police and the army would be able to detain people without a judicial order. Peru has seen an increase of killings, violent extortion and attacks on public places in recent months.

“I ask for tranquillity, serenity from the Peruvian people. This is a responsibility not only of the government, but it is also a responsibility of all Peruvians,” Castillo stressed ...