In a critical development in the fight against escalating gang violence, Ecuadorian authorities executed a successful raid on a residence in Cumbayá, located in the northeast of Quito. A video shared by @omargory1981 on January 17, 2024, revealed the astonishing discovery of over 100 firearms, both long and short, along with ammunition of various calibers hidden within the premises. The raid, prompted by a citizen's complaint, resulted in the arrest of a 65-year-old man, who lacked the necessary weapon permits.
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