Colombian presidential hopeful battles critical crisis: doctors
Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Suffers Critical Injuries After Shooting
Inciting Incident
- While addressing supporters in Bogotá, Senator Miguel Uribe, 39, was struck twice by a headshot and once by a knee wound.
- The attack took place in June during a campaign event, as reported by AFP.
Medical Response
- Uribe has been in intensive care and has undergone multiple surgical procedures.
- Recent updates from relatives indicated some progress in his condition.
- Despite these advancements, the Santa Fe Foundation hospital has placed Uribe back under deep sedation.
- Hospital officials stated that Uribe requires “new neurosurgical procedures” following a cerebral hemorrhage in his central nervous system.
- Doctors classified his status as critical.
Legal and Security Outcomes
- Six suspects were arrested in connection with the shooting.
- Investigators identified a 15‑year‑old shooter as a hired gun, linking the assault to dissident members of the former FARC guerrilla group.
- President Gustavo Petro’s administration had initiated peace talks with this dissident faction in mid‑2024 in Venezuela, though the negotiations made little progress and were subsequently suspended.
Political Context
- Uribe was the leading right‑leaning candidate for the 2026 presidential election.
- The June attack sent shockwaves through Colombia and reignited fears of a resurgence of the country’s violent past—encompassing political, cartel, and paramilitary conflicts.
