Key suspect arrested in shooting of Colombia senator
Summary
Colombian police have arrested Élder José Arteaga Hernandez, who they believe organized an attack on Colombian senator Miguel Uribe. Uribe was shot in the head during a campaign rally in Bogotá and remains in critical condition. Arteaga allegedly convinced a 15-year-old to carry out the shooting.Key Facts
- Colombian senator Miguel Uribe was shot twice in the head during a rally in Bogotá.
- Police have arrested Élder José Arteaga Hernandez, suspecting him of organizing the attack.
- Arteaga is accused of using a 15-year-old to commit the crime.
- The teenager, who is charged with shooting Uribe, was arrested while fleeing.
- Uribe is a candidate for the 2026 presidential election and a critic of President Gustavo Petro.
- Uribe comes from a well-known political family and has been a senator since 2022.
- The attack on 7 June led to silent protests by many Colombians.
- The motive for the attack is currently unknown.
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