Bloodshed at a Political Rally: A Tragic Attack on Colombian Presidential Candidate Miguel Uribe
Presidential contender injuring sustained in Colombian gunfire attack
A shocking turn of events unfolded during a passionate campaign event in Colombia's bustling capital, Bogota. The conservative presidential candidate, Miguel Uribe, found himself in the middle of a harrowing ordeal when gunshots echoed through the rally, leaving him severely injured.
In a distressing turn of events, Uribe, a 39-year-old senator, was hit three times by gunfire. The devastating blows left him with two gunshot wounds to his head and another to his knee, according to emergency services. The attack took place in the heart of the Fontibon district, where Uribe was holding a public event.
The opposition conservative Democratic Center party issued a statement condemning the shooting, claiming armed individuals targeted Uribe by shooting him in the back. Reports suggest that a 15-year-old youth, believed to be the assailant, has been taken into custody by the authorities. Two other individuals were also reported injured during the incident.
The city's mayor, Carlos Galán, confirmed the suspect's apprehension. Officials are currently in the midst of investigations to establish whether other parties played a role in the heinous act. Videos circulating online offer a glimpse of the chaotic moments following the gunfire, with Uribe struggling to remain upright as several people tried to assist him.
As Uribe battles for his life, authorities have pledged a substantial reward of approximately 615,000 euros for information leading to the resolution of the case. The government of left-wing Colombian President Gustavo Petro has strongly denounced the attack, branding it an assault not only on Uribe's person but also on democracy, freedom of thought, and the legitimate exercise of political office in Colombia.
Born into a politically influential family, Uribe carries the legacy of his grandfather, Julio César Turbay, who served as the President of Colombia from 1978 to 1982. His mother, Diana Turbay, a renowned journalist, was kidnapped by the Medellín Cartel led by infamous drug lord Pablo Escobar and succumbed to her injuries during a botched military rescue attempt in 1991. Miguel Uribe shares no blood relation with former President Álvaro Uribe, who heads his Democratic Center party. Uribe has been a senator since 2022, having previously served as a local politician in Bogota.
Sources: ntv.de, mdi/AFP/rts
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The Commission has also been consulted on the draft directive, given the escalating gun violence and the political implications in Bogota, particularly in the aftermath of the shooting at the Presidential candidate Miguel Uribe's rally. This incident underscores the need for increased security and vigilance in the realm of crime and justice.
