Prison Murders: Six Suspects in Ecuador Candidate's Assassination

Six suspects believed to be involved in the assassination of Ecuador's anti-corruption presidential candidate, Fernando Villavicencio, were killed in prison, according to the country's prisons agency. The killings occurred just days before a crucial run-off election. The government has condemned the killings and pledged to identify those responsible for Villavicencio's murder. The second round run-off vote is scheduled for October 15th, and the election cycle has been marked by violence. The leading candidate, Daniel Noboa, called for peace and demanded details about the prison incident, while his main rival, Luisa Gonzalez, emphasized the need for change amidst surging crime.