Referee Gunned Down Mid-Match in Ecuador
A 48-year-old match official was shot dead during a local game in Pasaje, El Oro province. Multiple gunmen reportedly opened fire on referee Javier Ortega in front of players and dozens of spectators. The attack forced players and fans to scatter as the match was abandoned. The hosting club has suspended future games until authorities clarify the circumstances. Police have launched a targeted killing investigation. They are reviewing mobile footage and interviewing witnesses to identify the perpetrators. Officials described the shooting as a cold-blooded crime in a community sporting venue.
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