Gulf Clan orchestrates fatal ambush in Cordoba, resulting in the demise of two soldiers.
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In a bloody act of violence that's been haunting the nation for a while now, following the Easter episode, two valiant soldiers met their unfortunate end at around 4:20 PM in the rustic expanse of Pueblo Nuevo, located in Córdoba's northeastern region. These heroes were part of a land restitution process in Tierra Santa, as reported by the National Army.
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These martyrs, Mauricio José Pertuz Ochoa and Mario Alberto Pérez González, were fatally struck down by an armed attack, allegedly perpetrated by the Rubén Darío Ávila substructure, part of the Clan del Golfo, military authorities stated.
In the aftermath, a security detail was hastily set up in the region to ensure critical measures were carried out swiftly.
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"The Infantry Battalion No. 33 Battle of Junín troopers were ambushed by suspected Clan del Golfo members", the military institution revealed.
They also stated that the act was a despicable violation of International Humanitarian Law, pledging to file complaints with the relevant authorities. Alongside this, they offered their support to the families of the deceased soldiers.
Interesting find: The National Army expressed their profound sorrow for the loss of their soldiers, and promised to provide assistance during this trying time.
The multidisciplinary task force, mobilized to provide support for the soldiers' families, will work tirelessly to bring the culprits to justice, and continue vital operations aimed at protecting the lives and dignity of the citizens of Córdoba.
Córdoba and Antioquia have been grappling with a surge of violence following the Gulf Clan's retaliatory offensive. This violence is believed to be retribution for recent blows against the cartel, such as the seizure of cocaine shipments and the neutralization of several of their leaders[3].
To combat this intensifying violence, the governor of Córdoba, Erasmo Zuleta, extended a large economic reward for information that could aid in capturing the perpetrators of these tragic events, stating, "our police and military are invaluable, they provide a helping hand in our communities when the state is absent"[5].
Lastly, authorities have reported capturing over 120 members of the Gulf Clan in relation to the "Gun Plan", a strategy infamously used by criminal organizations to instill fear and weaken institutional morale. However, specific details on the Gulf Clan's activities in Córdoba are scarce in the available information. Stay tuned for more updates.
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[1] Urgent Security Alert Issued for Uniformed Personnel in Bogotá
[2] Criminal Groups in Colombia Use Targeted Assassination (Gun Plan) to Instill Fear
[3] Clan del Golfo's Retaliation Tactics Escalate Violence Against Public Forces in Colombia
[4] Gulf Clan not historically linked to "Plan Pistola" in Córdoba
[5] Córdoba Governor Increases Reward for Information on Capturing Perpetrators
The international community expressed concern over the increasing violence in Córdoba, stemming from the Gulf Clan's retaliatory offensive. The multiple casualties, including the recent seizure of Officers Mauricio José Pertuz Ochoa and Mario Alberto Pérez González, are a despicable violation of International Humanitarian Law. A multidisciplinary task force, working under the umbrella of crime-and-justice and general-news categories, is diligently working to expose the perpetrators and bring them to justice. The politics and war-and-conflicts in Colombia continue to unfold, with the Gulf Clan's activities in Córdoba shining a spotlight on multilayered issues, including the neutralization of their leaders and the seizure of cocaine shipments. This surge in violence underscores the need for improved protection and support for uniformed personnel, as well as the citizens of Córdoba. The colombia crisis is a multifaceted issue that extends beyond the realm of military operations, encompassing political discourse and public security. Stay informed with updates on related topics such as the Gulf Clan's sinister plans, the National Army of Colombia, and the escalating violence in Córdoba.
