Colombian senator in 'extremely critical condition' after being shot
Summary
Colombian senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe Turbay is in very serious condition after being shot in the head at an event in Bogota. He had emergency surgery, and his condition remains critical. A teenage suspect has been arrested and charged, but the motive for the attack is still unclear.Key Facts
- Miguel Uribe Turbay, a Colombian senator, was shot in the head and is in critical condition.
- He was attacked during an event in Bogota, the capital of Colombia.
- Uribe had emergency surgery to address brain bleeding.
- Thousands of Colombians held silent protests in response to the attack.
- A 15-year-old suspect was arrested and charged with attempted murder.
- The suspect claims not guilty to the charges.
- Police have also arrested a man for providing the gun and a woman for supplying support.
- Authorities are investigating to find the motive and any individuals who might have planned the attack.
- Uribe is known for his political ambitions and is related to journalist Diana Turbay, who was kidnapped and killed in 1990.
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