The Security Block has announced a reward of $50,000 for information that could lead to the capture of those responsible for a recent armed attack in San Vicente, Ecuador.
In the wake of a shocking armed attack in San Vicente, Manabí province, Ecuador, which resulted in the deaths of five individuals, the Security Block has put forth a reward of up to $50,000 for credible information leading to the arrest of the perpetrators. This was communicated through local authorities, who assured confidentiality to anyone able to provide verifiable details.
The incident took place on the afternoon of February 9, 2023, around 2:30 PM, in a public area near a tourism dock. Eyewitness accounts reveal that armed men, equipped with rifles, blocked traffic and approached the dock, firing upon people present in the area. At least seven others sustained injuries from gunfire during this brazen attack, raising concerns about public safety in the normally tranquil community.
In the aftermath, reports indicate that the attackers were in a pickup truck and fled the scene following the shooting. Video footage circulated on social media captures the chaos, with individuals running for cover as the gunfire erupted. This incident not only underscores the rising violence in Ecuador but also highlights the urgent need for community vigilance and law enforcement measures to combat organized crime in the region.
