Overview
- The burning took place just after midnight on January 1 in the Leticia sector of Pisco, drawing dozens of residents and visitors.
- The figure stood over 10 meters tall and was installed with a crane, prompting local reminders to follow safety measures for large public structures.
- The effigy echoed Fuerza Popular imagery with orange clothing and a large “K,” and featured an exaggerated rat tail to heighten the satire.
- Videos spread rapidly on social media and drew mixed reactions, while organizers described the display as symbolic criticism of the political class.
- The spectacle coincided with the electoral body’s admission of Fujimori’s 2026 ticket with Luis Galarreta and Miguel Torres, as prosecutor José Domingo Pérez pursues challenges related to the Cócteles case.