Alexandra Quintanilla, the Vice Mayor of Azuay, has publicly denied allegations that she was intoxicated during a recent document and alcohol control operation in Cuenca. The incident occurred early on February 28, when Quintanilla intervened after observing the police using gas on a woman during the traffic control procedure. Concerned about the situation, she verbally requested the officers to handle the situation with proportionality and respect.

Following the incident, Quintanilla took to social media to clarify her stance, firmly asserting that she was never in an alcoholic state as had been suggested by various online discussions. She described the misinformation surrounding the incident as baseless and emphasized her commitment to clear her name, highlighting that she had been subjected to a breathalyzer test after her intervention but was not under the influence.

The implications of Quintanilla's statements are significant in the context of public trust and accountability for elected officials. As a Vice Mayor, her actions during the police operation will likely be scrutinized further, both for their immediate response to the situation at hand and for how they reflect her leadership role in the community. This incident may also prompt discussions regarding the conduct of police during traffic control operations and the treatment of individuals subjected to such controls.