Presidential candidate Ecuador Fernando Williaviceseio was shot dead after a pre -election rally in the capital of Kito.
As reported, the attempt was made a few days before the election.
The attack occurred at 18:20 local time when he left the election rally at Anderson’s school.
59-year-old candidate received three bullet wounds. The attacker fired at least 40 shots. It is reported about the victims among those present at the event.
According to polls, Willaviceseio ranked fourth among eight candidates for the post of head of state.
Early elections in a South American country are scheduled for August 20.