Undefined Explosive Device (UED)

Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Ecuador on Sun 26th July 2026

26th July 2026

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On 26 July 2026, in Machala (El Oro), members of the Los Lobos Espejo gang placed and detonated an explosive device at the Judicial Unit. The perpetrators arrived on a motorcycle, placed the explosive, and quickly fled. Several threatening pamphlets signed by the organization were found beside the device, demanding the release of a defendant in a murder trial and threatening judges. The explosion caused only material damage, but the Judicial Unit suspended operations until authorities determined that the building was safe. There were no casualties.

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