Five human heads that came with a chilling warning were found on a beach in Ecuador. As reported by CBS News, Ecuadorian police said the severed heads were seen tied to wooden posts at Puerto Lopez beach on Sunday, Jan. 11, following violent clashes between rival gangs. The heads were fastened with ropes on two posts at the tourist site known for whale watching. Nearby, a wooden sign carried a warning: “The town belongs to us. Ecuador has been experiencing growing criminal activity since 2021 through gangs associated with Colombian and Mexican drug trafficking.

Source: Philippine Star January 14, 2026 05:15 UTC