Ecuador prison riot leaves 14 dead, 14 wounded
Summary
A prison riot in Machala, Ecuador, led to the deaths of 14 people and wounded 14 others due to fighting between rival gangs. The police regained control after a conflict involving gunfire, bombs, and grenades, and recaptured some escaped prisoners. Gangs like Los Choneros and Los Lobos have contributed to ongoing violence in Ecuador's prisons.Key Facts
- A prison riot in Machala, Ecuador resulted in 14 deaths and 14 injuries.
- The riot involved fighting between rival gangs, Los Choneros and Los Lobos.
- Authorities reported gunfire and grenade explosions during the incident.
- Police regained control of the prison after about 40 minutes.
- 13 escaped prisoners have been recaptured.
- Ecuador's prisons have witnessed significant violence, with about 500 inmate deaths since February 2021.
- The violence in Ecuador is partly due to its location between major cocaine-producing countries, Colombia and Peru.
- President Daniel Noboa has declared efforts to combat organized crime and restore control with military intervention.
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