Title of the Wayspot: La Maloca
Location (latitude/longitude): -12.030088, -77.130258
City: Callao
Country: Peru
Links Reference to the portal:
Google Maps Location of Maloca
Reasons for Reconsidering the "Maloca" Portal in Ingress
Dear Administrators and Ingress Community,
I hope this message finds you well. Below are the reasons why I believe the "La Maloca" portal, located in a Peruvian naval base, should not be part of Ingress. My intention is to constructively contribute to our community by sharing these concerns:
1. Restricted Access
Access Impossibility: Images from Google Maps and the location clearly show that access to the naval base is completely restricted. The Google Street View car could not access the base due to strict security measures. The entrance is guarded by officials, and the only access is restricted to authorized personnel. The images of the location confirm that there is no public entry and any attempt to approach may result in a security response.
Capture 1: Image from Google Maps showing the restricted location and the guarded entrance.
Capture 2: Image of the location demonstrating the impossibility of access and the guarded entrance.
Source: Google Maps
2. Peruvian Laws and Regulations
Peruvian Laws and Naval Regulations:
Law No. 29189 - Law on National Security and Defense: Establishes in Article 2, Clause c, that military installations, including naval bases, are subject to strict access regulations to protect national security. Full Text of the Law
Military Security Regulation: According to Article 3 of the Military Security Regulation, access to military installations is restricted to authorized personnel and public exposure of these facilities is prohibited. Text of the Regulation
Political Constitution of Peru: Article 54 of the Constitution establishes that the Armed Forces have the duty to protect the country's sovereignty and security, which includes restricting access to their facilities. Text of the Constitution
3. Consequences of Breaking the Laws
Legal Consequences: Violating laws and security regulations, such as accessing restricted areas of a naval base, can lead to severe legal consequences. Individuals attempting to enter without authorization may face legal sanctions, including fines and imprisonment. The Law on National Security and Defense and the Military Security Regulation impose strict penalties to protect the integrity of military installations.
Source: Law No. 29189 - Law on National Security and Defense
Security Risks: Transgressing restricted areas may jeopardize personal safety and that of others. Security officers are authorized to take preventive measures, which may include the use of force to prevent intrusions. This is particularly relevant in a naval base, where security is a top priority due to the sensitivity of operations.
Source: Military Security Regulation
4. National Security
Risks to National Security: Including a portal at an active installation may compromise the security of the operations conducted there. Maloca is a facility of high strategic importance for Peru's naval operations. Its exposure in a game like Ingress could have negative implications for national security, as it might provide sensitive information about the base’s location and security measures.
5. Niantic Policies
Compliance with Guidelines: According to Niantic's policies, portals must be located in publicly accessible places and should not interfere with private properties, security installations, or restricted areas. The naval base clearly falls into these categories, and maintaining a portal in this location would violate these guidelines. For more details on portal nomination rules, you can refer to this guide.
6. Differences with Other Military Bases
Inappropriate Comparisons: While some military bases in other countries may have publicly accessible areas, the Peruvian naval base in question is an operational facility with highly restricted access. It does not have public areas or characteristics similar to military bases in other countries that allow access for players and tourists.
I respectfully request that the existence of the "Maloca" portal (Latitude: -12.030088, Longitude: -77.130258) be reconsidered. Here is the link to the portal in question on Google Maps: Maloca on Google Maps. Since its location does not meet the criteria set by Niantic for Ingress portals, I appreciate your attention to this matter and hope that appropriate measures will be taken to ensure security and compliance with regulations.
Thank you for any comments or suggestions on this topic.
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