The Democratic Center party denounced the shooting as “an unacceptable act of violence,” emphasizing that it poses a threat not only to Uribe’s life but also to democracy and political freedom in Colombia. As a candidate for the party's nomination in the upcoming presidential election, Uribe's aspirations have now come under grave threat.
In response to the incident, Colombia's Defense Minister condemned the attack via social media and pledged to reward informants with up to 3 billion Colombian pesos (around $728,000) who provide information leading to the capture of those responsible. The minister noted that he has mobilized military and police forces to address the situation urgently.
President Gustavo Petro extended his sympathies online, stating, “My solidarity with the Uribe family. I don’t know how to ease their pain.” As this story continues to unfold, the focus remains on ensuring political safety and accountability in Colombia.
Additional reporting from Simón Posada in Bogotá has contributed to this story’s development.
In response to the incident, Colombia's Defense Minister condemned the attack via social media and pledged to reward informants with up to 3 billion Colombian pesos (around $728,000) who provide information leading to the capture of those responsible. The minister noted that he has mobilized military and police forces to address the situation urgently.
President Gustavo Petro extended his sympathies online, stating, “My solidarity with the Uribe family. I don’t know how to ease their pain.” As this story continues to unfold, the focus remains on ensuring political safety and accountability in Colombia.
Additional reporting from Simón Posada in Bogotá has contributed to this story’s development.
