Peru election results face scrutiny amid fraud allegations and lost records

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Following the October 4, 2026, regional and municipal elections in Peru, the National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) has completed the processing of 89,935 polling station records. However, the finalization of results remains subject to resolutions from Special Electoral Jurors (JEE) and the National Jury of Elections (JNE) regarding contested or observed ballots.

Several controversies have emerged during the counting process. In La Victoria, candidate Alberto Moreno has alleged irregularities, claiming that 110 records show discrepancies between physical votes and digital data. Meanwhile, in San Juan de Bigote, the ONPE has classified 23 electoral records as 'siniestradas' (damaged or lost) following reports of vandalism and the destruction of ballot boxes.

Legal and institutional challenges are also mounting. The Lima Bar Association (CAL) has called on the JNE to address 130 suspected cases of mayors attempting to circumvent immediate reelection bans by running as first councilors. Additionally, debates continue regarding the accreditation of officials in Lima, with discussions on whether the JNE or the Municipal Council holds the final authority to proclaim winners in contested seats.

Entities

Alberto Moreno · Colegio de Abogados de Lima · Ilustre Colegio de Abogados de Lima · Jurado Nacional de Elecciones · Jurados Electorales Especiales · ONPE · Oficina Nacional de Procesos Electorales · Peru · Rafael López Aliaga

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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 2 SOURCES] Citizens who failed to vote on October 4, 2026, can now process requests for dispensations or justifications. elcomercio.pe
[● 2 SOURCES] Special Electoral Jurors (JEE) scheduled 105 public vote-counting hearings starting Monday, October 12, 2026. radiofantastico.pe
[○ 1 SOURCE] The ONPE completed processing electoral records for 89,935 polling stations on October 10, 2026. radiofantastico.pe
[○ 1 SOURCE] Polling station members will receive a compensation of S/ 165.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Lima Bar Association (CAL) demanded the JNE address 130 cases of alleged disguised reelection of mayors. anp.pe
[○ 1 SOURCE] The ONPE classified 23 electoral records from San Juan de Bigote as 'siniestradas' (damaged/lost) following reports of vandalism.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Alberto Moreno denounced irregularities in the processing of municipal election results in La Victoria, alleging 110 discrepancies between physical records and digital platforms. elmen.pe