The Encuentro Prison in Ecuador houses 635 inmates under strict security protocols, with cells designed for four inmates each and currently accommodating high-risk criminals.
The Encuentro Prison in Ecuador currently holds 635 inmates who spend most of their time in secure cells distributed across four security modules, lacking access to outdoor areas and recreational facilities as part of stringent security protocols. Each cell is designed to house four inmates, while a fifth module is prepared for future inmate transfers or the capture of high-value targets, with the prison expecting to house a total of 800 inmates once fully operational.
In recent months, the maximum-security prison has become a transfer destination for notorious leaders of criminal groups, as well as significant figures linked to high-profile judicial cases, such as former Vice President Jorge Glas and political figure Pablo Muentes. The establishment has been operational for three months and aims to address the challenges posed by organized crime and violence in the country.
Given the prison's restrictive conditions, which include no access to outdoor activities, the government emphasizes the importance of maintaining high security. This initiative reflects an ongoing effort to manage the criminal landscape in Ecuador, as the state takes measures against gang-related violence and attempts to strengthen the penal system amidst rising concerns over inmate safety and institutional control.
