Ecuador: Bomb threat triggers evacuation in Quito Oct. 2

Event

A bomb threat triggered the evacuation of the Unicornio Shopping Center in Quito on Monday, October 2. According to police officials, the shopping center and surrounding area was evacuated, and security forces are searching the area as of Monday afternoon. Details are still emerging.

Advice

Individuals in Quito are advised to avoid area around the Unicornio Shopping Center, to report any suspicious behavior or objects, and to follow instructions as issued by local authorities.