In a recent enforcement operation between March 15 and March 21, the Ecuadorian National Police and Armed Forces arrested 743 individuals for violating curfew regulations in four provinces. This curfew was a response to ongoing security concerns in the country. According to the Ministry of the Interior, there were also 3,457 emergency reports logged by the ECU911 system during this time, highlighting the scale of public unrest and potential criminal activities occurring within these regions.

The preventive controls registered 1,166 citizens, indicating an extensive effort to monitor compliance with the curfew. While the majority were detained for curfew violations, four individuals were apprehended for other alleged crimes, reflecting the multi-faceted security challenges faced by the authorities. The report also pointed to specific criminal objectives, including six military targets and individuals deemed significant for criminal investigations.

One notable figure referenced in the report is Rubén Hernán Z. B., who was identified as a primary target during the operation. The focus on such individuals demonstrates the Ecuadorian government's strategy to not only uphold order during the curfew but also to address larger criminal networks operating within these affected areas. The combination of military and police efforts shows a robust response to the challenges of public safety in Ecuador, amidst a backdrop of heightened social tensions.