Musician Diego Gallardo died during riots in Ecuador

• Diego Gallardo died after shooting in Ecuador
• He received a stray bullet in the middle of riots
• Riots begin in the Latin country

On the afternoon of January 9, the death of singer Diego Gallardo was reported due to a stray bullet during the riots in Guayaquil, Ecuador.

Family members bid farewell to the musician through social networks, lamenting his tragic passing during a very challenging time for their country.

According to his loved ones, Diego lost his life while he was about to pick up his son from school, and the riots broke out.

The startling incident has left the Ecuadorian community in shock, prompting a call for reflection on the violence the country is experiencing.

Dies from a stray bullet

Miguel Ángel Loor, president of the Ecuadorian Football League, confirmed on X (formerly known as Twitter) the tragic death of Diego Gallardo.

In his message, Loor detailed that the cause of death was a stray bullet during the riots that are occurring in the country.

The musician’s cousin, singer Vivianna, also added to this painful news, expressing her shock and deep sorrow as she bid farewell.

The community, shocked by the loss, united on social networks to express its solidarity with Gallardo’s family and to demand justice in the face of such an unfortunate event.

The announcement of his death

«Diguito Gallardo died from a stray bullet. ‘He was going to pick up his son from school,’ Miguel Ángel Loor began writing.

‘A top-notch young man, musician, father, husband, son, brother, grandson, all top-notch. My wife’s cousin, my cousin. Such a tragedy. A family destroyed,’ he wrote.

Some of his followers began to respond to the tweet with condolences and messages of support for the musician’s family and the president.

‘My condolences President. Hugs from afar and strength to endure this loss,’ ‘His family must be devastated,’ are some of the comments.

Beginning of his career

In 2018, Gallardo rose to fame as ‘Mujer Pitahaya,’ blending traditional Ecuadorian music with contemporary rhythms and leaving a distinct imprint on his career.

The unexpected death of the beloved singer has caused mourning among celebrities and fans, who have expressed their condolences on social networks.

The sudden loss leaves a void in the Ecuadorian music industry, where Diego Gallardo left a significant mark with his unique style.

His legacy will continue in the memories of those fortunate enough to appreciate his singular contribution to the Ecuadorian music scene. SEE PHOTOS OF DIEGO GALLARDO HERE.

What happens in Ecuador?

The President of Ecuador, Daniel Noboa, declared an ‘internal armed conflict’ and ordered the military to ‘neutralize’ the drug-criminal gangs in response to their intensified attacks.

These events were triggered following the escape of criminal leader Adolfo Macías from a prison in Guayaquil.

The President has adopted stringent measures to confront the escalating violence and ensure the country’s stability.

The escape of Macías has created a climate of insecurity, prompting the government to take drastic measures to counter the threat posed by criminal gangs.

Attack on television

According to AFP, the decree was made public after hooded armed men entered the TC Television channel during a live broadcast in the aforementioned city.

The police announced the arrest of 13 individuals following the incident, with images quickly going viral on social networks.

In the videos, it is evident that the hooded men targeted the workers, causing significant public outcry.

The government’s immediate response with the decree reflects the gravity of the situation and its determination to tackle these violent acts decisively.