Ecuador: Shooting leaves at least seven dead in Las Malvinas, Guayaquil, March 7

Event

At least seven people were killed and three others were injured during a shooting incident in Las Malvinas, southern Guayaquil, in the early hours of March 7. An investigation into the incident is ongoing. Police have not identified any suspects as of 07:00. The motivation for the attack is unclear.

A heightened security presence and localized disruptions are likely in the area over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Heed instructions of security forces. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site.