Peru judge denies ousted Castillo's custody appeal

A judge on Tuesday ordered ousted Peruvian President Pedro Castillo to remain in custody, denying his appeal as authorities build a rebellion case against him.Supreme Court Judge Cesar San Martin Castro’s decision could further inflame violent protests across the country, where people have been demanding Castillo’s release.

The protests have been particularly violent outside Peru’s capital, Lima and six people have died during the protests. The judge said evidence suggests Castillo was intercepted as he tried to reach the Mexican embassy to seek asylum.He was taken into custody shortly after he was ousted by lawmakers, when he sought to dissolve Congress ahead of an impeachment vote.Castillo claimed that he is being “unjustly and arbitrarily detained”and thanked his supporters.