Ecuador shrimp body urges vigilance amid upsurge in armed robberies

In 2023 alone, four shrimp industry personnel were killed and 58 injured in targeted attacks.

Shrimp producers in Ecuador have been urged to step up safety measures after an upsurge in violence. — Shrimp producers in Ecuador have been urged to step up safety measures after an upsurge in violence.Photo: Shutterstock

John Evans

Correspondent

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Published 27 March 2024, 13:45Updated 27 March 2024, 17:20