"Scandal over audio recordings of PNP Izquierdo shakes the government of Dina Boluarte."

The scandal surrounding the alleged recordings of Captain PNP Junior Izquierdo, known as "Culebra," has taken an unexpected turn. In these recordings, which Izquierdo presented as part of a complaint, a conversation is heard in which President Dina Boluarte is mentioned requesting the Interior Minister, Juan José Santiváñez, to close the Diviac, the Division of Investigation of High Complexity Crimes of the National Police of Peru. However, Santiváñez has responded to these accusations, claiming that the recordings have been manipulated, casting doubt on their authenticity. The Interior Minister has categorically denied that the voice heard in the recordings belongs to him. In statements to radio Exitosa, Santiváñez asserted that the recording has been altered and that there are as many as three overlapping voices. "First of all, I do not recognize those conversations because I have never had them. It’s not even my voice," he stated, making clear his disagreement with the content of the recordings. Santiváñez, who has maintained a friendship with Captain Izquierdo, emphasized that the recordings presented are not true and expressed confidence that the forensic examinations carried out by the Public Prosecutor's Office will demonstrate that it is not his voice. "I am aware that what will be established is that it is not my voice. That supposed conversation is not part of the recorded and transcribed audio," he asserted, attempting to delegitimize the material presented against him. The scandal has generated reactions from various sectors, including political opposition. Fuerza Popular has demanded that President Boluarte clarify whether she really ordered the closure of the Diviac, putting the leadership of the State in the spotlight at a time of political tension. Additionally, Santiváñez announced that he has filed a complaint against Izquierdo for disseminating the recordings, accusing him of manipulation. "I have filed a complaint for criminal organization against Captain Junior Izquierdo and other responsible individuals," he declared, emphasizing that his intention is to protect his image and the management of the Ministry of the Interior. In an attempt to downplay the legal costs he will face, the minister minimized the S/ 120,000 that will be allocated to the law firm Carlos & Associates. From his perspective, the cost is "cheap" for a defense he considers essential in light of the accusations he faces. The situation is complex, and the context in which it develops cannot be overlooked. The Diviac has been key in the fight against organized crime, and its possible closure would mean a significant setback in the country's security policies. If confirmed, this fact could have serious repercussions in the realm of public safety and trust in institutions. Meanwhile, attention is focused on the investigations that the Public Prosecutor's Office will carry out. Audio forensics will be able to determine whether there was indeed manipulation and, if so, what interests such alterations might serve. The uncertainty surrounding the future of the Diviac and the stability of the Ministry of the Interior continues to create a climate of tension. The outcome of this controversy will not only impact those directly involved but could also influence public perception of Boluarte's government management. The credibility of institutions is at stake, and any hint of corruption or manipulation could further erode citizen trust. Thus, the case of the alleged recordings becomes a new chapter in the turbulent Peruvian politics, where truth and manipulation seem to be in constant conflict. Society expects clear answers that will help restore trust in its leaders and in the institutions responsible for ensuring their safety.