Peru judge denies ousted leader Pedro Castillo’s jail appeal

Supporters of ousted Peruvian President Pedro Castillo arrive in a truck to help block the Pan-American South Highway in Ica, Peru (Martin Mejia/AP/PA)

A judge ordered ousted Peruvian President Pedro Castillo to remain in custody on Tuesday, 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 Mr Castillo’s freedom, the resignation of his successor and the immediate scheduling of general elections to pick a new president and replace all members of Congress.