The PNP refrained from giving the information because they promise to “prevent and suppress crime in the country.” Photo: Collection by Fabrizio Oviedo/La República/Mindef/Public Newspaper
The Peruvian National Police (PNP) confirmed that they knew the details of the purchase to counter the protests announced for July 19. ‘Lima’s Third Acquisition’ will disrupt their operational plans. Republic sent a request for access to information, a right of every citizen; However, from the PNP they described the request as “classified information,” which was denied by the criminal prosecutors.
“The Act on Transparency and Access to Public Information establishes exceptions to the exercise of the right: ‘classified information’. The right of access to public information may not be exercised with respect to information classified as classified”It is read in the received document.
PNP’s response after access to transparency Photo: Republic
The National Police’s statements in the exposed document were refuted by experts. “It is not right because it is information of public interest, especially about the state budget.”Criminal defense attorney Liliana Calderon said.
On the other hand, Andy Carrion highlighted it “Generally available weapons are classified as classified information, but not orders for their purchase or procedures with suppliers”The lawyer added that this information would guarantee transparency in disbursement of public money.
PNP refrains from providing information to avoid “obstructing operations aimed at combating terrorism”
Meanwhile, the PNP asserts in the document that the purpose of not providing information through transparency is to prevent and suppress crimes. In addition, they note that it prevents plans aimed at war “Terrorism”.
“The purpose of which is to prevent and suppress crime in the country and disclosure thereof shall be deemed confidential and shall include: police and intelligence operations programs, as well as It aims to fight terrorism, illegal drug trafficking and criminal organizations, and trades, reports and communications expressly refer to them”.
