Colombian police have made a crucial arrest in the ongoing investigation into the assassination attempt of senator Miguel Uribe. Élder José Arteaga Hernandez, identified as the alleged mastermind of the attack, was taken into custody as Uribe fights for his life after being shot twice in the head during a campaign rally in Bogotá on June 7. The motive behind the shooting remains uncertain, but authorities have indicated Arteaga's involvement was extensive, including the recruitment of a minor to carry out the violent act.
Uribe, a conservative politician and critic of President Gustavo Petro, announced his presidential candidacy last October. His family has political roots, but his mother's tragic death in a 1991 kidnapping ordeal adds a poignant layer to his story. Following the shooting, a wave of protests emerged across Colombia, emphasizing the nation's ongoing struggle with political violence and the need for accountability.
Uribe, a conservative politician and critic of President Gustavo Petro, announced his presidential candidacy last October. His family has political roots, but his mother's tragic death in a 1991 kidnapping ordeal adds a poignant layer to his story. Following the shooting, a wave of protests emerged across Colombia, emphasizing the nation's ongoing struggle with political violence and the need for accountability.
