Antonio Casana and Betto Barrionuevo to face runoff in Áncash

The National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) has confirmed that Antonio Casana of Alianza para el Progreso (APP) and Betto Barrionuevo of Podemos Perú will compete in a second-round election for the Áncash Regional Government. Following the counting of 100% of the ballots, Casana secured 21.905% of the vote, while Barrionuevo followed with 16.620%. The Green Democratic Party finished third with 16.341%.

The runoff election is scheduled for December 6. Casana has already begun campaigning in the highland areas of Áncash to consolidate support.

Casana faces scrutiny regarding his background, including incomplete academic degrees in Industrial Engineering and Pharmacy, as well as various business involvements. Reports indicate links to family-owned companies, such as Investments Casalle S.A.C., and questions regarding his professional designations. Additionally, he faces 14 allegations of functional irregularities and a prior police intervention for driving under the influence.