Blogs

Ecuador prosecutor gunned down

Oct 29, 2024 | World

October 29, 2024

In Ecuador, prosecutor Marcelo Vasconez and his police escort were killed by armed attackers outside his office in the coastal city of Manta. Vasconez was part of the attorney general’s unit focused on transnational organized crime, and his death adds to a troubling trend, marking at least the ninth prosecutor killed since 2019. Ecuador has faced increasing violence from powerful criminal groups, prompting President Daniel Noboa to intensify anti-crime efforts through heightened enforcement, new crime-fighting measures, and emergency decrees.

Did you like this article?

Did you like this article?

0 Comments

Submit a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest Posts

Colombian Stars drop massive collab, but not everyone is happy

It looks like " +57" is set to be a monumental track celebrating Colombia's vibrant music scene! The collaboration among these influential Colombian artists represents not only a powerful showcase of their collective talent but also a tribute to the rich musical...

Remembrance Day 2024 in Toronto

Toronto is marking Remembrance Day 2024 with ceremonies across the city. Prospect Cemetery (1450 St Clair Ave. W.): Sunrise service at 8 a.m. with Mayor Olivia Chow in attendance. Meadowvale Cemetery (Brampton): 8 a.m. sunrise ceremony. Old City Hall Cenotaph (50...

Canada shuts down TikTok over National Security risks

The Canadian government has mandated ByteDance to dissolve TikTok's business operations in Canada by the end of 2024 due to national security concerns related to its Chinese ownership and potential data sharing. While access to TikTok will remain for Canadian users,...

Events

Related articles

Homicides reaching record high in Costa Rica

Homicides reaching record high in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is facing rising violence due to the influence of cocaine trafficking. In 2023, homicides reached a record 907, up 38% from 2022. The increase is linked to drug trafficking, especially in...

El Salvador Sees 81% Gains With 722 BTC Acquired

El Salvador Sees 81% Gains With 722 BTC Acquired

El Salvador’s decision to invest in Bitcoin has proven risky but potentially profitable. The country owns 722 Bitcoins, purchased at an average price below $42,000 each. With Bitcoin's current price...