The 39 -year -old presidential candidate was attacked during a political act in a middle -class area in the West of Bogotá. A 15 -year -old teenager shot him in the head with a firearm.
The Colombian senator Miguel Uribe, who aspires to represent the party Democratic Center in the 2026 presidential electionspresents signals of “neurological improvement” after the attack he suffered last weekend. This was reported by the clinic Santa Fe Foundation of Bogotáwhere it remains hospitalized in a critical condition.
Uribe, 39, was attacked during a political act in a middle -class area of the west of Bogotá. A 15 -year -old teenager shot him in the head with a firearm, As confirmed by the authorities. The incident occurred while the senator participated in a rally as part of his electoral pre -campaign.
Miguel Uribe shows signs of improvement after the attack, although his condition remains critical
In a medical part broadcast on Wednesday, the clinic said: “Although its clinical condition remains serious, there is a reduction in cerebral edema, indicating a slight neurological improvement. In addition, there is a tendency towards the stabilization of its vital signs.” However, the patient continues under strict monitoring and with comprehensive medical support.
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The National Government investigates whether this attack is linked to a recent wave of violence that included explosives in the departments of Cauca and Valle del Cauca. These incidents left at least seven dead and more than 50 injured, and it is suspected that they were perpetrated by a dissident faction of the FARC that did not accept the peace agreement signed in 2016.
The attacks even reached Calithird most populated city in the country, which has lit alarms on a possible escalation of violence. In this context, the president Gustavo Petro He announced that he will request support from the United States to clarify the attack against Uribeand without offering concrete evidence, he hinted that behind the event could be mafia interests.
Miguel Uribe It has positioned itself as one of the main critics of the government of Petro. Defender of the economic model based on the free company and supporter of a firm security policy against drug trafficking and illegal armed groups, its figure has gained notoriety within the opposition spectrum.
The attack generated a strong reaction both nationally and internationally. Numerous voices condemned the fact, which evoked the dark years of political violence in Colombiawhen several presidential candidates were killed during the 80s and 90s.
Source: Ambito
