In the canton of Durán, part of the Zone 8 alongside Guayaquil and Samborondón, there have been no reports of violent deaths for eight consecutive days. This was announced by Colonel Christian Rueda, deputy chief of the Durán District, during a police operation on Thursday morning. The recent decline in violence has coincided with the enforcement of curfews and targeted police operations aimed at maintaining public safety in the region.

During the morning operation dubbed 'Contención', police carried out interventions at strategic points identified through collaboration with police intelligence units. Colonel Rueda emphasized the importance of these operations in allowing residents to go about their daily activities without fear, particularly after the curfews imposed in response to previous violence. The effectiveness of these measures was underscored by the lack of incidents over the past week, indicating a possible shift in the security dynamics of the area.

The successful implementation of these measures has fostered a sense of security among the citizens of Durán, making it easier for them to resume normal life. However, Colonel Rueda cautioned that continuous vigilance and strategic police interventions are required to ensure the trend of reduced violence persists. This situation in Durán is critical given its location in a historically troubled area known for high crime rates, and the police aim to sustain the peace achieved through these recent efforts.