Military seizes prohibited items in El Rodeo prison, Manabí

Military forces seized prohibited items during an operation at the El Rodeo prison in Manabí, Ecuador. The intervention, carried out by the Joint Task Force Manabí, aimed to enhance control and security within the penitentiary.

During the search, soldiers discovered seven cell phones, two SIM cards, two screens, a battery, 10 earphones, 18 charging cables, and 13 chargers. They also found substances believed to be drugs: three doses of what appeared to be cocaine and a 10-gram package of suspected marijuana.

Additionally, the operation uncovered nine sharp weapons, 35 homemade pipes, 23 lighters, 62 cigarettes, four tattoo needles, and 100 razor blades. Nine other prohibited items, including chains and pendants, along with two tobacco leaves, were also confiscated.

All confiscated evidence was handed over to the competent authorities for the corresponding legal procedures. The Armed Forces stated they continue to conduct internal military operations in detention centers to strengthen security and prevent illicit activities.