Fear grows ahead of Peru's runoff election as extortion and killings increase

Peru is grappling with a surge in extortion and violence, especially in areas like Trujillo.

Gladys Saavedra, who works in a market there, says extortionists demand $300 monthly from vendors.

Last June, the market was set on fire when the women refused to pay.

Crime has become a major concern as Peruvians prepare to elect a new president.

Extortion cases have increased fivefold in the last five years, and murders have doubled.

Organized crime profits from illegal gold mining, and even schools are targeted.

Authorities struggle with limited resources, and experts say a police overhaul is needed.