Guayaquil Crime Crackdown
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Ecuadorian forces captured Francisco Manuel Bermúdez Cagua, alias ‘Churrón’, a leader of the Los Choneros criminal group, in Guayaquil. This follows "Operation Pandora," which dismantled extortion networks in the city. The city also prepares for mayoral elections and park renovations.
Massive motorcycle caravan causes chaos on Guayaquil's 9 de Octubre Avenue
Residents along Guayaquil's 9 de Octubre Avenue experienced a disruptive midnight motorcycle caravan on Friday, August 14, 2026. The event, described as a 'rodadas,' involved an estimated 100 motorcycles and vehicles blaring music as they traveled along the avenue and into Malecón Simón Bolívar. The caravan generated significant noise and fear among residents, who reported that such gatherings hav…
Car Dealership Attacked with Gunfire, Vehicles Torched in Guayaquil
A car dealership in the Kennedy Norte area of Guayaquil, Ecuador, was targeted in a violent attack early Friday morning, August 14, 2026. Armed individuals reportedly opened fire on the establishment …
Bus inspections in Guayaquil: First line meets requirements
Guayaquil's Transit and Mobility Authority (ATM) has initiated its vehicle inspection schedule for urban public transport buses, a key step in implementing the municipal ordinance that regulates publi…
Wife of Guayaquil mayor seeks candidacy for city hall
Fiorella Ycaza, wife of Guayaquil Mayor Aquiles Alvarez, is pursuing a candidacy for the city's mayoralty under the banner of the Ecuadorian Socialist Party (PSE). The PSE is known for supporting cand…