Watch the opening scene from FRONTLINE's new documentary “Drug War in Ecuador,” which examines how a once-peaceful nation is now gripped by drug cartels, violence and a military crackdown. As the documentary begins, follow Father José Antonio Maeso, a well-known gang violence mediator in Ecuador, as he works in violence-scarred neighborhoods and also collects evidence of alleged abuses by the police and military. Tune in or stream the full documentary tonight on PBS stations, our website, YouTub

162K views · 317 reactions | How has Ecuador, a once-peaceful nation, become gripped by drug cartels, violence and a military crackdown? With rare access to gang recruits, police, politicians and families caught in the crossfire, FRONTLINE’s documentary “Drug War in Ecuador” explores efforts to stem the violence and the human toll. Premieres Tuesday, Nov. 11, on PBS and online. https://to.pbs.org/47rwNXV | FRONTLINE | PBS | Facebook