Eight people were killed overnight from Saturday to Sunday in a shooting outside a nightclub in Ecuador, Agence France-Presse reported, citing local police sources.
The exact circumstances of the tragedy have not yet been clarified. According to initial information relayed by the police, several armed individuals opened fire outside the establishment, causing panic among customers and passersby.
The identities of the victims and the possible number of injured have not yet been released. Local authorities said an investigation has been opened to determine the motive for the attack and identify the perpetrators, who are believed to have fled before the arrival of law enforcement.
The shooting comes amid ongoing violence in Ecuador, where drug trafficking and organized crime-related shootings have increased in recent years, particularly in urban areas and entertainment venues.
Police have increased their presence in the area and announced additional patrols in sensitive areas to prevent further incidents.
