Panic erupts at the University of Guayaquil in Ecuador amid reports of gunmen on campus

Panic and chaos ensued as armed individuals entered the University of Guayaquil in Ecuador, attempting to abduct people.

Ecuador plunges into disorder as a state of emergency is proclaimed in the aftermath of the escape of gang leader Adolfo Macias from prison.

Incidents include the intrusion of armed gang members into a TV studio during a live broadcast and an armed attack on the University of Guayaquil, among other disturbances.

This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.