Justice · Quito, Ecuador · October 23, 2026

Prison riots in Ecuador kill eight

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 22, 10:41 PM ET

Riots in Ecuadorian prisons killed eight people and injured 10, officials said. More than 500 inmates have been killed in Ecuador's prisons since 2021.

Why it matters

Prison violence reflects the strength of criminal gangs that have driven up violence across Ecuador.

Background

Ecuador has become a major cocaine transit route, and rival gangs fight for control inside prisons. Opposition leader Luisa González was arrested this week.

Sources

• The Hindu ↗Oct 22, 10:41 PM ET

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