GUAYAQUIL, ECUADOR – APRIL 30, 2026 Group of hitmen attacked a grilled meat restaurant located on Venezuela Street and Seis de Marzo in the city center. As a result of the attack, five people were injured; one of them later died.
The deceased victim was identified as Juan Carlos Guerrero, who had a criminal record in January 2026 for receiving stolen goods.
The injured were identified as Danny Mosquera, Franklin Castro, Byron Balarezo, and Yira Gómez. According to initial reports, all of the injured allegedly also had criminal backgrounds.
