Aquiles Alvarez, the mayor of Guayaquil, was reported to have been transferred to the Latacunga prison by his lawyer Ramiro García. The transfer took place early in the morning at 5:00, and García stated that this decision contradicts the judge's order for Alvarez to be sent to Cárcel 4 in Quito. This decision comes amidst ongoing legal proceedings concerning allegations of corruption and organized crime against Alvarez and his two brothers, Antonio and Xavier.

The situation regarding Alvarez's imprisonment highlights the ongoing challenges within Ecuador's judicial system, particularly regarding the interpretation of judicial orders and the management of prison system logistics by the SNAI, the agency responsible for prison operations. The lack of a statement from the SNAI on the transfer raises questions about the adherence to legal protocols during this process. Furthermore, the legal team indicated that Alvarez's brothers, Antonio and Xavier, are expected to be transferred to Cuenca as part of the ongoing legal proceedings against them.

In the context of the case known as Goleada, a preventive detention measure was imposed by the judge on Alvarez and his associates due to the seriousness of the allegations against them. Notably, an individual involved in the case was granted house arrest due to advanced age, indicating that the judiciary is taking differing approaches regarding the severity of crimes and the personal circumstances of those accused. This case not only has significant implications for Alvarez's political future but also reflects the broader issues of governance and accountability within Ecuador's political landscape.