A structural collapse at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima, Peru, has injured at least 60 people, prompting a swift emergency response from medical teams.
Stadium Overview
Known locally as Matute, the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium sits in the Matute neighborhood of Lima’s La Victoria district. It serves as the home ground for Club Alianza Lima, where fans gather for matches and events.
Emergency Response
Medical staff on site are assessing the injured, with authorities coordinating rapid aid. The Peruvian Ministry of Health mobilized eight Mobile Emergency Medical Service (SAMU) units, working alongside the General Volunteer Fire Department.
“The Ministry of Health (Minsa) reports that, following the report of a structural collapse at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium, in the La Victoria district, eight units were mobilised through the Mobile Emergency Medical Service (SAMU) to provide prehospital care to those affected, in coordination with the General Volunteer Fire Department of Peru.”
Preliminary assessments confirm 60 injuries, with three individuals transferred to National Hospital Arzobispo Loayza for further treatment. Alerts activate at National Hospital Dos de Mayo and nearby facilities to prepare for additional casualties.
The Health Emergency Operations Center (COES Salud) maintains ongoing monitoring and coordinates the health response.
Incident Context
The collapse occurred during an Alianza Lima gathering ahead of their match against Universitario, heightening concerns for fan safety at the venue.
