Ancash: Clashes and tension reported over alleged "fly-by-night voters" during the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections

During the 2026 Regional and Municipal Elections in the Áncash region of Peru, electoral proceedings were disrupted by reports of confrontations and heightened tension. The unrest was triggered by allegations regarding the presence of "golondrinos"—voters accused of registering in jurisdictions where they do not reside to influence local election outcomes.