Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Ecuador Prison Clash: At Least 17 Dead, Toll Expected to Rise
In Ecuador, a fight broke out in Esmeraldas prison between rival gangs.
The violence, which started after inmates stole keys, led to at least 17 deaths, and the number may increase.
This incident follows another deadly prison riot earlier in the week in Machala.
The conflict reportedly stems from orders by the Los Tiguerones group to attack members of other gangs.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the clash.
Ecuador has experienced significant prison violence in recent years, with hundreds of inmates killed since 2021.
A clash occurred at Esmeraldas prison in Ecuador.
At least 17 people were killed in the prison violence.
The conflict involved rival gangs.
The violence may be linked to an order from Los Tiguerones.
This incident follows a previous outbreak in Machala prison.
- Who
- Rival gangs within Esmeraldas prison.
- What
- A violent clash resulting in fatalities.
- When
- September 26, 2025.
- Where
- Esmeraldas prison in Ecuador.
- Why
- An external order from Los Tiguerones to eliminate members of rival gangs.
- Incident
- Prison clash
- Location
- Esmeraldas prison, Ecuador
- Date
- September 26, 2025
- Reported Deaths
- At least 17
- Involved Gangs
- Los Tiguerones, Los Lobos, Los Choneros
- Previous Incident
- 14 killed in Machala prison earlier in the week