Colin Armstrong, a prominent British businessman and informal diplomat, was kidnapped in Los Rios province, Ecuador, by the Los Tiguerones gang. His girlfriend was also involved, wearing a fake explosive vest. After four days, he was rescued by Ecuadorian police, and nine kidnappers were arrested. British intelligence aided the hunt. The kidnappers had police uniforms and a dossier about Armstrong. The girlfriend's involvement in the abduction plot remains a mystery.
Relieved to see Colin Armstrong has been freed from those who kidnapped him. Grateful for the work and support of Ecuador’s police and authorities. https://t.co/2hcohVd8fC
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A prominent British businessman and informal diplomat in the city of Guayaquil has been kidnapped in Los Rios province, north of the industrial city, local media reported on Saturday. #Ecuador | #UnitedKingdom https://t.co/woVth0sHtO