Colombian presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe Turbay remains in "extremely critical condition" following a shooting that has incited national outcry and solidarity protests across Colombia.
Colombian Senator in Critical Condition Following Gunshot Attack
Colombian Senator in Critical Condition Following Gunshot Attack
Miguel Uribe Turbay fights for his life after being shot in an attack that has shocked the nation, sparking widespread protests.
Colombian senator and presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay is fighting for his life after being shot in the head ten days ago at a public event in Bogota. Medical professionals state he is currently in "extremely critical condition" following emergency surgery to address a brain bleed. His wife, María Claudia Tarazona, urged fellow Colombians to pray for his recovery during a recent update outside the Santa Fe hospital, emphasizing that love and support are essential to his resilience.
The brutal attack, which occurred on June 7, has sent shockwaves through Colombian society, leading to mass silent protests in several cities, including Bogota, where thousands gathered to call for justice. The assailant, a 15-year-old suspect, has been apprehended and charged with attempted murder, maintaining a not-guilty plea. Authorities have also detained a man accused of supplying the firearm and a woman suspected of providing logistical aid for the crime, but the motive behind the attack remains unclear.
This alarming incident has rekindled memories of Colombia's violent past, recalling a period in the 1980s and 90s when numerous prominent political figures were assassinated. Uribe, aged 39, has a personal connection to this history; his mother, journalist Diana Turbay, was abducted and killed by the drug lord-led group Los Extraditables in 1990. Inspired by her legacy, Uribe has committed himself to public service, seeking to change the narrative for his country amidst ongoing challenges.
