In a violent incident in southern Guayaquil, three retired military personnel who were employed by a security company were shot at by two assailants on a motorcycle. The attack occurred on Pío Jaramillo Avenue, near Trinitaria Island, where the individuals were reportedly guarding a heavy cargo vehicle related to the city's port. The police confirmed that the military personnel were in a white truck when they were ambushed, resulting in injuries to all three, with one sustaining life-threatening wounds and subsequently being rushed to the Naval Hospital.

Following the shooting, a police chase ensued, during which one of the attackers was shot and taken to a nearby healthcare facility, while the other fled the scene. The injured individual, now in police custody, is reportedly a minor and has already contacted his parents after his arrest. Authorities are investigating the incident and have collected fifteen evidence markers related to the firearm used in the attack, indicating a serious escalation of violence that could have broader implications for security in the area.

This incident raises concerns about the safety of individuals involved in security roles in Ecuador, especially against the backdrop of increasing crime rates and gang-related violence. The involvement of retired military personnel in such incidents may also trigger discussions regarding the adequacy of current security measures and the need for enhanced protection for those who serve in protective capacities, as well as the implications of youth involvement in violent crime.