On the morning of February 21, a man was found dead at El Ejido park, located in the central-northern region of Quito, Ecuador. The discovery was made following a community alert, prompting the local fire department to respond and ascertain that an alleged homeless individual was lifeless on a bench. The responding authorities reported that the deceased was approximately 62 years old, with no visible signs of trauma or multiple contusions, leaving the cause and time of death undetermined.

In the initial assessment, the legal medicine team arrived at the scene to conduct a proper examination and autopsy. While the exact circumstances surrounding the man's death remain unclear, preliminary assumptions lean towards a potential cardiac arrest as the cause. This tragic finding raises concerns about the safety and health conditions of vulnerable populations, including the homeless, particularly in urban spaces like Quito.

This incident reflects a growing attention towards the welfare of marginalized individuals living in public spaces and the urgent need for social interventions to assist them. Further investigation into the case and the broader issues affecting the homeless community in Quito may help to shed light on their living conditions and the support systems available to them is critical for societal improvement and effective policy-making.