The trial hearing in the Triple A case has been scheduled for March 7, 2026, and will last fifteen days
The trial for the Triple A case, involving 22 defendants including Guayaquil's mayor, is set to begin on March 7, 2026, in Quito, Ecuador.
The judges of the Court of Trial have scheduled the trial hearing for the Triple A case on March 7, 2026, which will involve 22 defendants, including Aquiles Alvarez, the mayor of Guayaquil. According to the court's resolution, the hearing will span fifteen days, concluding on March 21, 2026. During the initial days, the trial will operate from 08:00 to 13:00 on the weekends, and will extend its hours starting March 9 to ensure continuous proceedings until completion.
The trial will take place in-person at the Judicial Complex in Quito, emphasizing the importance and gravity of the proceedings. On the same dates, there will also be a hearing for the review or substitution of precautionary measures requested by the Prosecutor's Office and two of the accused, indicating ongoing legal maneuvers that could affect the trial. This emphasizes the high-profile nature of the case and the legal complexities surrounding it.
The scheduling of the trial signals a significant moment in Ecuadorian politics and criminal justice, particularly with a sitting mayor involved in serious accusations. The outcomes of this trial could have far-reaching implications on the local governance, the political landscape in Guayaquil, and the public's trust in officials, making this a critical event to watch.