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15 Inmates Dead Amid Tuberculosis Outbreak in Ecuador Prison

12/16/2025

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Ecuador's prison authority reported 15 inmate deaths at the Litoral prison in Guayaquil between December 12 and 14.
Family members note tuberculosis outbreaks have occurred at the prison, while the cause of death remains under investigation.
In November, 10 inmates died, with tuberculosis suggested as a potential cause.
The prison experienced a riot in November that left 31 inmates dead, with authorities providing no further details on the causes.

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Ecuador's prison authority reported 15 inmate deaths at the Litoral prison in Guayaquil between December 12 and 14.
Family members note tuberculosis outbreaks have occurred at the prison, while the cause of death remains under investigation.
In November, 10 inmates died, with tuberculosis suggested as a potential cause.
The prison experienced a riot in November that left 31 inmates dead, with authorities providing no further details on the causes.