José Miguel Castro Gutiérrez
José Miguel Castro Gutiérrez was a former municipal manager in Lima, Peru, who played a crucial role as an intermediary in the controversial funding of political campaigns involving the construction companies Odebrecht and OAS. His recent passing just months before a significant trial against former mayor Susana Villarán has raised concerns about the implications for justice and the ongoing investigations into corruption. Castro was a key figure in the legal proceedings, as his testimonies and documentation were vital for establishing accountability in the high-profile corruption case.
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José Miguel Castro is accused of soliciting illegal campaign funds from Leo Pinheiro for Susana Villarán's re-election.
Susana Villarán: ¿de qué se le acusa a Leo Pinheiro, de OAS, y por qué no prosperó su colaboración eficaz?|tlcnota| | POLITICA
Peru· 2025-09-26
José Miguel Castro Gutiérrez was part of the criminal organization alongside Villarán and had been a collaborator until his death.
La “prueba nueva”: la salida de la fiscalía para incorporar las declaraciones de José Miguel Castro en juicio a Susana Villarán | POLITICAPeru· 2025-07-01
José Miguel Castro Gutiérrez was a municipal manager and key figure in the investigation against Susana Villarán.
El fallecimiento de José Miguel Castro no debe enterrar la verdad que la exalcaldesa de Lima Susana Villarán debe enfrentar ante la justicia. | OPINIONPeru· 2025-07-01